How To Fix MM_PUR_SES171 - Purchase order item &1 is subject to confirmation control.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Purchase order item &1 is subject to confirmation control.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES171 - Purchase order item &1 is subject to confirmation control. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES171 indicates that a purchase order item is subject to confirmation control. This typically means that the system requires confirmation of the receipt of goods or services before the purchase order can be processed further, such as for invoicing or payment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The purchase order item is configured to require confirmation (e.g., for services or materials that need to be confirmed upon receipt).
  The confirmation control settings in the purchase order or the material master are set to require confirmation.
  The confirmation has not been entered or is incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Status:
  
  Go to the purchase order in question and check if the confirmation has been entered. You can do this by navigating to the "Confirmations" tab in the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Enter Confirmation:
  
  If no confirmation has been entered, you need to create a confirmation for the purchase order item. This can typically be done through the transaction code ML81N (for service confirmations) or through the appropriate transaction for goods receipt.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Settings:
  
  If you believe the confirmation requirement is not necessary, you can review the purchase order settings. Check the confirmation control settings in the purchase order item and see if it can be changed to not require confirmation.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the material master record for the item in question. Look at the purchasing view to see if confirmation control is set there.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, or if you are unsure about the settings, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing purchasing processes in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ML81N: Service Entry Sheet
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on confirmation control and how it works within the purchasing module.
  Configuration: If you are an SAP consultant or have access to configuration settings, you may want to review the configuration for confirmation control in the purchasing settings (SPRO).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES171 error and proceed with your purchasing activities.