How To Fix RU098 - No sub-operation in sequence & operation & requires confirmation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 098

• Message text: No sub-operation in sequence & operation & requires confirmation

What causes this issue?

The variable parameters are set in such a way that the system only
selects sub-operations whose control key specifies that they require
confirmation.

How to fix this error?

To confirm sub-operations that have been finally confirmed or that do
not require confirmation, proceed as follows:
Select the menu options "Parameters" => "Variable parameters" on the
initial confirmation screen.
Take out the indicator "Ops. req.conf."
The change is valid for the current plant and order type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU098 - No sub-operation in sequence & operation & requires confirmation ?

  The SAP error message RU098 ("No sub-operation in sequence & operation & requires confirmation") typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with operations and sequences in a production order or a routing.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is expecting a confirmation for a sub-operation within a sequence of operations, but it cannot find any sub-operation that requires confirmation. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Sub-Operations: The routing or production order may not have defined sub-operations, or they may not be correctly linked to the main operation.
  Incorrect Sequence Configuration: The sequence of operations may not be set up correctly, leading to a situation where the system expects a confirmation for a non-existent sub-operation.
  Status Issues: The production order or operation may be in a status that does not allow for confirmation.
  User Error: The user may have attempted to confirm an operation that does not require confirmation or has not been properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RU098 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Routing: Verify the routing for the production order. Ensure that all operations and sub-operations are correctly defined and that the sequence is set up properly.
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and check the operations and their sequences.
  
  
  
  Review Production Order: Check the production order to ensure that it is correctly referencing the routing and that all necessary operations are included.
  
  Use transaction CO03 to display the production order and review the operations.
  
  
  
  Confirm Operations: If the operation does not require confirmation, ensure that you are not trying to confirm it. If it does require confirmation, ensure that the sub-operation is correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  Check Status: Ensure that the production order and operations are in a status that allows for confirmation. If the order is completed or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to adjust the status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to set up operations and sequences correctly.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the confirmation process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA03 (Display Routing), CO03 (Display Production Order), and CO11N (Confirm Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting the confirmation has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RU098 error and implement a solution to resolve it.