How To Fix RM472 - Confirmation number &1 has already been cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Confirmation number &1 has already been cancelled

What causes this issue?

The backflush document &V1& cannot be reversed as this document has
already been reversed.

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?

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 RM472 - Confirmation number &1 has already been cancelled ?

  The SAP error message RM472, which states "Confirmation number &1 has already been cancelled," typically occurs in the context of production confirmations or goods movements in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a confirmation that has already been marked as cancelled, which means that the confirmation cannot be processed again.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Processing: The confirmation number you are trying to process has already been cancelled in the system.
  Incorrect Entry: There may be a mistake in the entry of the confirmation number, leading to an attempt to process a non-existent or already cancelled confirmation.
  System Configuration: There might be issues with the configuration of the production order or confirmation settings in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Confirmation Status: Check the status of the confirmation number in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO15 (for production confirmations) or CO03 (to display production orders) to see if the confirmation is indeed cancelled.
  
  
  Use Correct Confirmation Number: Ensure that you are using the correct confirmation number. If you have multiple confirmations, double-check to ensure you are not trying to process a cancelled one.
  
  
  Recreate Confirmation: If the confirmation needs to be processed again, you may need to recreate the confirmation if the business process allows it. This may involve reversing the cancellation if applicable.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for your specific version of SAP to understand the implications of cancelled confirmations.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to process confirmations. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO15 (Production Confirmation), CO03 (Display Production Order), and CO02 (Change Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RM472 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.