How To Fix PPH_MASTER_RECIPE021 - Specify positive value for number of confirmation slips

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MASTER_RECIPE - Master Recipe API

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Specify positive value for number of confirmation slips

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_MASTER_RECIPE021 - Specify positive value for number of confirmation slips ?

  The SAP error message PPH_MASTER_RECIPE021 indicates that there is an issue with the number of confirmation slips specified in a process order or recipe. This error typically arises when the system expects a positive integer value for the number of confirmation slips, but it has received a zero or a negative value instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered a zero or negative value for the number of confirmation slips in the process order or recipe.
  Default Settings: The system might have default settings that are not configured correctly, leading to an invalid value being used.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the values were not correctly transferred or validated.
  Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate the number of confirmation slips, they may be causing the issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input fields in the process order or recipe where the number of confirmation slips is specified. Ensure that a positive integer is entered.
  Default Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., OPL1 for process order settings) to ensure that defaults are set correctly.
  Data Validation: If the error occurred after a data migration, validate the data to ensure that all required fields have appropriate values.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it does not inadvertently set the number of confirmation slips to an invalid value.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Process Order) or C201 (Create Process Order) to access the relevant screens.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message PPH_MASTER_RECIPE021 in SAP.