How To Fix PCA047 - Order &1 is a production order. Confirm it separately.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PCA - Message Class for Production Campaign

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Order &1 is a production order. Confirm it separately.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PCA047 - Order &1 is a production order. Confirm it separately. ?

  The SAP error message PCA047 ("Order &1 is a production order. Confirm it separately.") typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations in SAP. This message indicates that the system has identified that the order you are trying to confirm is a production order, and it requires a separate confirmation process.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type: The order you are trying to confirm is classified as a production order, which has specific confirmation requirements.
  Confirmation Process: Production orders often require a different confirmation process compared to other order types (like maintenance orders or service orders).
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to enforce separate confirmations for production orders to ensure accurate tracking of production activities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to confirm the production order separately. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Production Order: Go to the transaction code for production order confirmation, typically CO11N (for single order confirmation) or CO15 (for collective confirmation).
  
  
  Enter the Order Number: Input the production order number that you received in the error message.
  
  
  Confirm the Order: Follow the prompts to enter the necessary confirmation details, such as:
  
  Actual quantities produced
  Any scrap or rework
  Time taken for production
  
  
  
  Save the Confirmation: Once all required information is entered, save the confirmation.
  
  
  Check for Errors: If there are any additional errors or warnings, address them as needed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for production order management, such as:
  
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO11N: Confirm Production Order
  CO15: Collective Confirmation
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to production order confirmations for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to confirm production orders in the system.
  
  
  Training: If you are new to SAP or production order processes, consider seeking training or guidance from a more experienced colleague or SAP consultant.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PCA047 error and successfully confirm your production order.