How To Fix PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA004 - Technical error occurred during confirmation; contact syst. administrator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA - Fiori Wave 2: Backend services for Operation Confirmations

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Technical error occurred during confirmation; contact syst. administrator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA004 - Technical error occurred during confirmation; contact syst. administrator ?

  The SAP error message "PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA004 Technical error occurred during confirmation; contact system administrator" typically indicates that there is a technical issue occurring during the confirmation process in the Production Planning (PP) module. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and resolving it may require a systematic approach. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Possible Causes
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings related to production order confirmations.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the confirmation.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the production order or related master data.
  
  
  Technical Errors: This could be due to issues in the OData service or the underlying database, such as connectivity problems or data retrieval errors.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the confirmation process, they may be causing the error.
  
  
  System Performance Issues: High load on the system or performance bottlenecks could lead to timeouts or failures during processing.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction codes like SLG1 for application logs) to identify any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more context.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the confirmation. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Validate Data: Check the production order and related master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  Test OData Services: If the error is related to OData services, use transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the status of the OData service and ensure it is active and properly configured.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to trace where the error occurs.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue seems to be related to system performance or technical errors, consult with your Basis team to check for any system issues, such as database connectivity or server performance.
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal. There may be known issues or patches available that address this specific error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (for confirmation), SLG1 (for application logs), and /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE (for OData services).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check the SAP Support Portal for updates, patches, and notes related to the PP module and OData services.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the PP module to understand the confirmation process and any prerequisites.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error effectively.