How To Fix RU281 - At least one confirmation was not checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 281

• Message text: At least one confirmation was not checked

What causes this issue?

Not all confirmations could be checked, because at least one has been
assigned a deletion flag.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU281 - At least one confirmation was not checked ?

  The SAP error message RU281, which states "At least one confirmation was not checked," typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations or goods movements in SAP. This error indicates that there are confirmations related to a production order or a goods movement that have not been properly checked or validated.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Confirmation: One or more confirmations related to the production order have not been fully processed or checked.
  Missing Data: Required data for the confirmation might be missing or incorrect, preventing the system from validating the confirmation.
  Status Issues: The production order or related documents may be in a status that does not allow for confirmation checks.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to check or confirm the order.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Confirmations: Go to the production order or goods movement and check all confirmations. Ensure that all necessary confirmations are completed and validated.
  Review Data: Verify that all required fields and data are filled out correctly in the confirmation process. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Status Check: Ensure that the production order is in a status that allows for confirmations. If the order is closed or in a status that does not permit further confirmations, you may need to change the status or create a new order.
  Authorization Review: Check if the user has the necessary permissions to perform the confirmation. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CO15 (for confirmation) or COHV (for mass processing of confirmations) to review and process confirmations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for production order processing and confirmations to understand the required steps and data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RU281 error and implement a solution to resolve it.