How To Fix MMPUR_CONF003 - Confirmation category &1 not allowed for control key &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CONF - Messages for Confirmations in Purchasing

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Confirmation category &1 not allowed for control key &2

What causes this issue?

The confirmation key entered &V1& is not allowed for the confirmation
control key &V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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control.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CONF003 - Confirmation category &1 not allowed for control key &2 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CONF003 indicates that a specific confirmation category is not allowed for the control key specified in the message. This typically occurs in the context of production or procurement processes where confirmations are involved, such as in production orders or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch between the confirmation category you are trying to use and the control key defined in the system. Each control key in SAP has specific settings that determine which confirmation categories are valid. If you attempt to use a confirmation category that is not permitted for the specified control key, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Control Key Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the control key in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the following path:
  
  SPRO > Production > Shop Floor Control > Master Data > Control Key > Define Control Keys
  
  
  Review the settings for the control key in question (e.g., &2 in the error message) and verify which confirmation categories are allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Confirmation Category:
  
  If the confirmation category you are trying to use (e.g., &1 in the error message) is not allowed for the control key, you may need to either:
  
  Change the confirmation category to one that is allowed for that control key.
  Modify the control key settings to allow the desired confirmation category, if appropriate.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to confirmation categories and control keys to understand the implications of changing settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to control key settings or to perform the confirmation process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the confirmation process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Confirmation Categories: These are used to categorize different types of confirmations in SAP, such as goods receipt confirmations, production confirmations, etc.
  Control Keys: Control keys define how operations are processed in production orders, including settings for confirmations, scheduling, and more.
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to test the confirmation process after making adjustments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (e.g., MM or PP) for further assistance.