How To Fix RM179 - Enter either the confirmation quantity or the scrap quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Enter either the confirmation quantity or the scrap quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM179 - Enter either the confirmation quantity or the scrap quantity ?

  The SAP error message RM179, which states "Enter either the confirmation quantity or the scrap quantity," typically occurs during the confirmation process in production or when dealing with goods movements. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify either the quantity of items that have been confirmed as produced or the quantity that has been identified as scrap.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Confirmation Quantity: The user has not entered a quantity for the items that have been produced.
  Missing Scrap Quantity: The user has not entered a quantity for items that are considered scrap.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that requires one of these quantities to be filled in, but neither has been provided.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that at least one of the required fields (confirmation quantity or scrap quantity) is filled in. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Check the Confirmation Screen: When you are in the confirmation screen, look for the fields labeled "Confirmation Quantity" and "Scrap Quantity."
  Enter Values:
  
  If you have produced items, enter the quantity in the "Confirmation Quantity" field.
  If there are items that are scrap, enter the quantity in the "Scrap Quantity" field.
  
  
  Save the Entry: After entering the required information, save your entry to proceed without encountering the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to production confirmations, such as CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations) or CO15 (Confirmation of Production Orders).
  Production Order Status: Ensure that the production order is in a status that allows for confirmations. If the order is already completed or closed, you may not be able to enter confirmations.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter confirmation quantities or scrap quantities in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps and ensuring that the required fields are filled, you should be able to resolve the RM179 error and proceed with your production confirmation process.