How To Fix RU287 - No remaining duration/forecast finish possible for final confirmation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 287

• Message text: No remaining duration/forecast finish possible for final confirmation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU287 - No remaining duration/forecast finish possible for final confirmation ?

  The SAP error message RU287 ("No remaining duration/forecast finish possible for final confirmation") typically occurs in the context of production orders or maintenance orders when you are trying to perform a final confirmation, but the system cannot determine a remaining duration or forecast finish date for the operation. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Completed Operations: The operation you are trying to confirm may already be fully confirmed, meaning there is no remaining work to be done.
  Incorrect Status: The order or operation may be in a status that does not allow for final confirmation.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the order, such as planned times, actual times, or other relevant fields.
  Order Type Restrictions: Certain order types may have restrictions on how confirmations can be processed.
  Resource Availability: If the resources (machines, labor) are not available or have been incorrectly set up, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Operation Status: Verify the status of the operation you are trying to confirm. If it is already fully confirmed, you will not be able to perform a final confirmation.
  Review Order Data: Ensure that all necessary data for the order is complete and correct. Check planned and actual times, and make sure there are no discrepancies.
  Re-evaluate Confirmation Process: If the order is in a status that does not allow final confirmation, you may need to change the status or follow the correct process for confirming the order.
  Check for Open Operations: If there are still open operations that need to be confirmed, ensure that you are confirming the correct operation.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to confirmations for your specific version of SAP, as there may be additional context or steps required.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (Single Screen Confirmation) or CO15 (Final Confirmation) to navigate the confirmation process effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform confirmations on the orders in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RU287 error in SAP.