How To Fix RM237 - The system cannot carry out the reporting point confirmation

RM237 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 237

• Message text: The system cannot carry out the reporting point confirmation

What causes this issue?

The reporting point backflush cannot be carried out as the process you
require is not supported. It is not possible to carry out a reporting
point backflush (or an MF40 backflush for a reporting point material)
if the following prerequisites are fulfilled:
Automatic goods receipt at the last reporting point (only for MF43).
Backflush with specification of a concrete planned order.
Function "Subsequent posting of previous reporting points".

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Backflush without reference to a specific planned order or switch off
the function "automatic goods receipt at the last reporting point" and
carry out the final backflush using transaction MF40.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM237 - The system cannot carry out the reporting point confirmation ?

  The SAP error message RM237, which states "The system cannot carry out the reporting point confirmation," typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with reporting point confirmations in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of RM237 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The reporting point confirmation may fail if there is missing or incorrect data in the production order or the reporting point itself. This could include missing components, incorrect status, or incomplete master data.
  
  
  Status Issues: The production order or the reporting point may be in a status that does not allow for confirmation. For example, if the order is already completed or technically closed, confirmations cannot be processed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the confirmation may not have the necessary authorizations to carry out the action.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may