How To Fix RU164 - & confirmations saved (goods movements: &, errors: &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 164

• Message text: & confirmations saved (goods movements: &, errors: &)

What causes this issue?

&V1& confirmations were saved. &V2& confirmations were saved in the
background for these confirmations (for example, backflushed objects,
or an automatic goods receipt for the finished product).
Of these goods movements &V3& are have errors.

How to fix this error?

If there are incorrect goods movements for confirmations then you can
process these in the reprocessing function and, if necessary, start the
goods movement function again.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU164 - & confirmations saved (goods movements: &, errors: &) ?

  The SAP error message RU164 typically relates to issues encountered during the processing of goods movements, particularly in the context of confirmations in production or inventory management. The message indicates that while some confirmations were saved, there were errors associated with certain goods movements.
  Cause:
  The error message RU164 can arise due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect material numbers, missing information, or invalid quantities.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for the relevant movement types or confirmation processes may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions related to the goods movements.
  Stock Availability: There may be issues with stock availability, such as insufficient stock for the movement being processed.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues related to batch determination or batch status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RU164 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Error Log: Review the detailed error log to identify the specific goods movements that encountered errors. This can often provide insight into what went wrong.
  Validate Data: Ensure that all data related to the goods movements is correct. Check for valid material numbers, quantities, and any other relevant information.
  Review Configuration: Verify that the configuration for the relevant movement types and confirmation processes is set up correctly in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the goods movements and confirmations.
  Stock Check: Confirm that there is sufficient stock available for the movements being processed.
  Batch Management: If applicable, check the batch status and ensure that the correct batches are being used for the movements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, or CO11N to review or process goods movements and confirmations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to RU164 or goods movement confirmations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on goods movements and confirmations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.