How To Fix RU051 - Orders of the order type & cannot be confirmed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Orders of the order type & cannot be confirmed

What causes this issue?

You want to confirm a network/order of the order type &V1&. However,
this order type is allocated to an order category whose confirmation
is not intended in this transaction.

How can this happen?

You try to confirm a network using a transaction intended for
confirming production orders. Since networks and production orders are
assigned to different order categories, the system issues an error
message.

How to fix this error?

Enter an order of an order type that is intended for this transaction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU051 - Orders of the order type & cannot be confirmed ?

  The SAP error message RU051 indicates that orders of a specific order type cannot be confirmed. This error typically arises in the context of production orders, maintenance orders, or other types of orders that require confirmation in the SAP system.
  Causes of RU051 Error
  
  
  Order Type Configuration: The order type may not be configured to allow confirmations. This can happen if the order type is set to a status that does not permit confirmations.
  
  
  Status of the Order: The order may be in a status that does not allow for confirmation. For example, if the order is already completed or closed, it cannot be confirmed again.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the order that prevents it from being confirmed. This could include missing components, operations, or other required information.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to confirm the order may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the confirmation.
  
  
  System Settings: There may be system settings or parameters that restrict confirmations for certain order types.
  
  
  Solutions to RU051 Error
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction code SPRO.
  Ensure that the order type is set up to allow confirmations.
  
  
  
  Review Order Status:
  
  Check the status of the order in transaction code CO03 (for production orders) or the relevant transaction for the order type.
  If the order is in a status that does not allow confirmation, you may need to change the status or take appropriate actions based on your business process.
  
  
  
  Verify Order Data:
  
  Ensure that all required data for the order is complete and correct.
  Check for missing components, operations, or any other necessary information.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to confirm the order.
  If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult System Settings:
  
  Review any system settings or parameters that may restrict confirmations for the specific order type.
  This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights into the specific order type and its confirmation settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), and CO11N (Confirm Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message RU051 for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RU051 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.