How To Fix PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA013 - Operation contains trigger point; use SAP GUI transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Operation contains trigger point; use SAP GUI transaction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA013 - Operation contains trigger point; use SAP GUI transaction ?

  The SAP error message PP_PRODOPS_CNF_ODATA013 typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations in the SAP system, particularly when using OData services or Fiori applications. This error indicates that the operation you are trying to confirm contains a trigger point, which means that certain conditions or checks must be fulfilled before the confirmation can be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Trigger Points: The operation in the production order has been set up with trigger points that require additional processing or checks. These trigger points can be related to various business processes, such as quality checks, resource availability, or other conditions that must be met before the operation can be confirmed.
  OData Limitations: The OData service or Fiori application you are using may not support the specific functionality required to handle the trigger points for the operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the production planning module that are not aligned with the current operation or production order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use SAP GUI Transaction: The error message suggests using the SAP GUI transaction to confirm the operation. You can do this by:
  
  Accessing the transaction code CO11N (for single operation confirmation) or CO15 (for collective confirmation).
  Entering the relevant production order and operation details to perform the confirmation directly in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Check Trigger Point Configuration: Review the configuration of the trigger points associated with the operation. Ensure that all necessary conditions are met before attempting to confirm the operation.
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP PP (Production Planning) consultant or team to understand the specific trigger points and their requirements.
  
  
  
  Review OData Service: If you need to use the OData service, check if there are any updates or enhancements available that might support the functionality you require. You may also need to consider alternative approaches if the OData service does not support the necessary operations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to production order confirmations and trigger points for more detailed guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in production order confirmations are trained on the processes and aware of the implications of trigger points in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully confirm the production order operation.