How To Fix RU057 - Order & is deleted (you cannot carry out confirmations)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Order & is deleted (you cannot carry out confirmations)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU057 - Order & is deleted (you cannot carry out confirmations) ?

  The SAP error message RU057 indicates that the order you are trying to confirm has been deleted, and therefore, you cannot carry out confirmations for it. This error typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Order Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the order has been marked for deletion or has been deleted in the system. This can happen if the order was completed and subsequently deleted or if it was mistakenly deleted by a user.
  Status Issues: The order may have a status that prevents further processing, such as being set to "deleted" or "archived."
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the order's lifecycle that lead to it being flagged as deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to see if the order is indeed marked as deleted.
  Recreate the Order: If the order was deleted and you need to perform confirmations, you may need to recreate the order if possible. This would involve creating a new production order and ensuring that all necessary data is replicated.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe the order should not be deleted or if you encounter issues with the order's status, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  Check for User Errors: Ensure that the deletion was not a result of user error. If it was, you may need to implement additional checks or training to prevent this in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO03, CO02, CO11 (Confirm Production Order), and COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to confirm the order has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on production orders.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RU057 error and understand the underlying issues related to the deleted order.