How To Fix PS4S_STATUS004 - Unable to generate confirmation bulk (first document: &1)

PS4S_STATUS004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PS4S_STATUS - Social Services: Status

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Unable to generate confirmation bulk (first document: &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PS4S_STATUS004 - Unable to generate confirmation bulk (first document: &1) ?

  The SAP error message PS4S_STATUS004, which states "Unable to generate confirmation bulk (first document: &1)," typically occurs in the context of the Project System (PS) module when there is an issue with generating confirmations for a bulk of documents. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The documents you are trying to confirm may have missing or incomplete data, such as missing status, dates, or other required fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Project System settings that prevent the generation of confirmations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the confirmation for the specified documents.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the database that are causing the issue.
  Document Status: The status of the documents may not allow for confirmation (e.g., they may be in