How To Fix RU173 - Network & is deleted (you can no longer enter a confirmation)

RU173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Network & is deleted (you can no longer enter a confirmation)

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RU173 - Details

• The SAP error message RU173 ("Network & is deleted (you can no longer enter a confirmation)") typically occurs in the context of project management or production order confirmations within the SAP system. This error indicates that the network (or activity) you are trying to confirm has been deleted, and therefore, you cannot enter any confirmations for it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Network Deletion: The most common cause of this error is that the network or activity you are trying to confirm has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to project changes, reorganization, or manual deletion by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  Status Changes: The network might have been set to a status that prevents further confirmations, such as "Completed" or "Closed."
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, possibly due to system errors or improper handling of project data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Network Status: Verify the status of the network in question. You