How To Fix MPE_EXEC_SFO016 - Confirmations exist for operation activities of order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_SFO - Messages for Shop Floor Orders

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Confirmations exist for operation activities of order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO016 - Confirmations exist for operation activities of order &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO016 indicates that there are existing confirmations for operation activities of a specific order (denoted by &1). This typically occurs in the context of production orders or maintenance orders where operations have been confirmed, and the system is preventing further actions that would conflict with these confirmations.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to perform an action (such as deleting, changing, or closing an order) that is not allowed because there are confirmations already recorded for the operations associated with that order. Confirmations are records that indicate that work has been completed on a specific operation, and they are essential for tracking progress and costs.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Confirmations: Review the confirmations that exist for the order. You can do this by navigating to the order in question and checking the operation details to see the confirmations listed.
  
  
  Cancel or Reverse Confirmations: If the confirmations are incorrect or need to be adjusted, you may need to cancel or reverse them. This can typically be done using transaction codes like:
  
  CO13: Display confirmations
  CO14: Cancel confirmations
  CO15: Enter confirmations (if you need to re-enter them after cancellation)
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Status: If you need to change the order status or perform other actions, ensure that all necessary confirmations are either canceled or that the order is in a status that allows for the desired action.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling confirmations and order management, as there may be specific procedures to follow.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP production planning or order management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing confirmations and orders, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify confirmations and orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your order management tasks in SAP.