How To Fix RU035 - Confirmed activity must not be greater than 0 (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Confirmed activity must not be greater than 0 (check entry)

What causes this issue?

You have tried to confirm a positive activity. However, the value to be
confirmed for this activity has to be negative.

How to fix this error?

Enter a negative value for this activity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU035 - Confirmed activity must not be greater than 0 (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message RU035 ("Confirmed activity must not be greater than 0 (check entry)") typically occurs in the context of production planning or project management when you are trying to confirm an activity or operation in a production order or project, and the system detects that the confirmed quantity is greater than zero, which is not allowed in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a confirmed activity quantity that exceeds the allowed limits or is not appropriate for the current status of the order or project.
  Status of the Order: The production order or project may be in a status that does not allow for confirmations, such as being closed or completed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict confirmations under certain conditions.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the order or project that prevents the confirmation from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Entry: Review the entry you are trying to confirm. Ensure that the quantity you are entering is appropriate and does not exceed the allowed limits.
  Order Status: Verify the status of the production order or project. If it is closed or completed, you may need to reopen it or create a new order for further confirmations.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings related to confirmations in the production planning or project management module. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow confirmations as needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (for confirming production orders) or CJ20N (for project management) to navigate the system effectively.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform confirmations in the system.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to production order confirmations or project management processes in SAP to better understand the workflow and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RU035 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.