How To Fix RU117 - Total quantity confirmed not equal to planned quantity to be confirmed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Total quantity confirmed not equal to planned quantity to be confirmed

What causes this issue?

There are the following reasons for this message:
You create a <ZH>final confirmation</>. The confirmed quantity for this
operation (yield + rework quantity + scrap quantity) is not equal to
the planned quantity to be confirmed.
You create a <ZH>partial confirmation</>. The quantity confirmed until
now for this operation (yield + rework quantity + scrap quantity) is
greater that the planned quantity to be confirmed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU117 - Total quantity confirmed not equal to planned quantity to be confirmed ?

  The SAP error message RU117 ("Total quantity confirmed not equal to planned quantity to be confirmed") typically occurs in the context of production orders or confirmations in SAP. This error indicates that the total quantity of goods that have been confirmed does not match the quantity that was originally planned for confirmation in the production order.
  Causes:
  
  Mismatch in Quantities: The most common cause is that the quantity confirmed by the user does not match the planned quantity in the production order.
  Partial Confirmations: If there are multiple confirmations for a production order, the total confirmed quantity may not equal the planned quantity.
  Incorrect Order Status: The production order may be in a status that does not allow for the confirmation of the planned quantity.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the confirmation process can lead to discrepancies.
  Changes in Production Order: If the production order was modified after some confirmations were made, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Confirmed Quantities: Review the confirmed quantities against the planned quantities in the production order. Ensure that the total confirmed quantity matches the planned quantity.
  Adjust Confirmations: If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the confirmations. This can involve canceling previous confirmations and re-entering the correct quantities.
  Review Production Order: Check the production order for any changes that may have occurred after confirmations were made. Ensure that the order is in the correct status for confirmation.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations) or CO15 (Enter Time Ticket) to review and adjust confirmations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on handling confirmations and production orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to confirm production orders and that they are following the correct procedures.
  Training and Best Practices: Consider providing training for users on how to properly enter confirmations and manage production orders to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RU117 error and ensure that your production confirmations are accurate and aligned with the planned quantities.