How To Fix OIJ_IF221 - BPD Nom. &1 item &2 is already confirmed for partner &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_IF - OIL TSW: Messages for TSW Interfaces Layer

• Message number: 221

• Message text: BPD Nom. &1 item &2 is already confirmed for partner &3.

What causes this issue?

The nomination &v1& item &V2& is already confirmed for the partner &V3&
. Therefore only a confirmation (CORSTS = 50) by the partner could be
received. The current received Status for the item was (CORSTS &V4&).

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?

Synchronize the received communication status with the confirmed item
or unconfirm the nomination &V1& item &V2& with the according check
indicator on the partner verification screen for partner role &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_IF221 - BPD Nom. &1 item &2 is already confirmed for partner &3. ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_IF221 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) module, particularly when dealing with business partner (BP) confirmations. The error message indicates that a specific item (identified by &2) for a business partner (identified by &3) has already been confirmed, and therefore cannot be confirmed again.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Confirmation: The most common cause of this error is an attempt to confirm an item that has already been confirmed for the specified business partner. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual errors where the same confirmation is submitted multiple times.
  System processes that inadvertently trigger multiple confirmations for the same item.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the system, such as incorrect status updates or incomplete transactions that lead to confusion about the confirmation status.
  
  
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to confirm the same item simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Status: Verify the confirmation status of the item for the specified business partner. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays confirmation details.
  Checking the logs or history to see if the item has already been confirmed.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Submissions: Ensure that the confirmation process is not being triggered multiple times. Implement checks in the process to prevent duplicate confirmations.
  
  
  Review Process Flow: If the error is occurring frequently, review the business process flow to identify any potential areas where the confirmation might be triggered incorrectly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the OIJ module for additional guidance on handling confirmations and understanding the error messages.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the OIJ module that deal with confirmations and business partner management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the confirmation process are adequately trained to minimize errors and understand the implications of duplicate confirmations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OIJ_IF221 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.