How To Fix RU511 - Confirmation & with counter & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Confirmation & with counter & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system tried to read in the confirmation data with the key
confirmation &V1& and confirmation counter &V2&. However, this
confirmation does not exist.

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 RU511 - Confirmation & with counter & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RU511 ("Confirmation & with counter & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations or goods movements in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a confirmation record for a specific production order or operation counter that you are trying to reference.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Confirmation: The confirmation you are trying to access or process does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the confirmation number or counter.
  Deleted Confirmation: The confirmation may have been deleted or not saved properly.
  Incorrect Order/Counter: The production order or operation counter you are referencing may be incorrect or does not match any existing records.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorization to view or process the confirmation.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the underlying data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Confirmation Number: Double-check the confirmation number and counter you are using to ensure they are correct.
  Check for Existing Confirmations: Use transaction codes like CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations) or CO15 (Display Confirmation) to check if the confirmation exists.
  Review Production Order: Ensure that the production order is still valid and that the operation you are trying to confirm is still open.
  Check for Deletions: If the confirmation was deleted, you may need to re-enter the confirmation or check with your SAP administrator for recovery options.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view or process confirmations.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any underlying data issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N, CO15, and COHV (for mass processing of confirmations).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to production order confirmations for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, providing specific details about the context in which the error occurs can help in diagnosing the problem further.