How To Fix RU618 - Confirmation profile used: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Confirmation profile used: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU618 - Confirmation profile used: &1 ?

  The SAP error message RU618 ("Confirmation profile used: &1") typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations or goods movements in SAP. This error indicates that the confirmation profile specified for the operation or order is not valid or is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Confirmation Profile: The confirmation profile specified in the production order or operation does not exist or is not correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The confirmation profile may not be assigned to the relevant order type or may not be set up for the specific plant or production scenario.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified confirmation profile.
  Profile Deactivation: The confirmation profile might have been deactivated or removed from the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Profile: Verify that the confirmation profile specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code OPK8 to check the confirmation profiles.
  Ensure that the profile is correctly assigned to the relevant order type and plant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the confirmation profile is missing or incorrectly configured, you may need to create or modify it:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for production orders and check the settings for confirmation profiles.
  Ensure that the profile is active and properly linked to the relevant production order types.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to use the confirmation profile. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the purpose of the confirmation profile, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the confirmation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (for confirming production orders) and CO15 (for goods movements).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to confirmation profiles and production order confirmations.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to production order management and confirmation processes in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further troubleshooting.