How To Fix RM230 - Postprocessing records exist for confirmation that is to be cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Postprocessing records exist for confirmation that is to be cancelled

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse a backflush for which postprocessing records were
created. If these are not individual postprocessing records, the system
cannot automatically reverse these postprocessing records.

System Response

When reversing, the accompanying postprocessing records cannot
automatically be reversed if only cumulated postprocessing records
exist.

How to fix this error?

In the postprocessing list (transaction MF47), delete the
postprocessing records that belong to the backflush.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM230 - Postprocessing records exist for confirmation that is to be cancelled ?

  The SAP error message RM230, which states "Postprocessing records exist for confirmation that is to be cancelled," typically occurs when you attempt to cancel a confirmation in the system, but there are postprocessing records associated with that confirmation. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when there are open processes or tasks that depend on the confirmation you are trying to cancel.
  Cause:
  
  Open Postprocessing Records: The confirmation you are trying to cancel has associated postprocessing records that need to be addressed first.
  Dependent Processes: There may be other processes or transactions that are dependent on the confirmation, preventing its cancellation.
  Incomplete Processing: The confirmation might not have been fully processed, or there may be errors in the related documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RM230 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Postprocessing Records:
  
  Use transaction code COWB (Postprocessing Overview) or COWBPR (Postprocessing Records) to view the postprocessing records associated with the confirmation.
  Identify the records that are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Resolve Issues:
  
  Address any issues related to the postprocessing records. This may involve completing or correcting the related transactions or processes.
  If there are errors, resolve them according to the specific error messages or issues indicated in the postprocessing records.
  
  
  
  Cancel Confirmation:
  
  Once the postprocessing records are resolved, attempt to cancel the confirmation again using the appropriate transaction (e.g., CO11N for confirmations).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to resolve specific postprocessing records, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependent processes that need to be addressed before you can cancel the confirmation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (Enter Production Order Confirmation), COWB (Postprocessing Overview), and COWBPR (Postprocessing Records).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the RM230 error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify postprocessing records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the RM230 error, allowing you to successfully cancel the confirmation.