How To Fix RU020 - Confirmation no. & not found, check entry

RU020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Confirmation no. & not found, check entry

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RU020 - Details

• The SAP error message RU020 ("Confirmation no. & not found, check entry") typically occurs in the context of production confirmations or goods movements in SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find the confirmation number you are trying to enter, which may be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Confirmation Number: The confirmation number you entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Confirmation Not Created: The confirmation may not have been created yet, or it may have been deleted.
  Wrong Document Type: The confirmation number may belong to a different document type or process than the one you are currently working with.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the confirmation.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data integrity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Confirmation Number: Double-check the confirmation number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct number.
  Check Confirmation Status: Use