How To Fix RU634 - Confirmation profile &1 is not valid for order type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 634

• Message text: Confirmation profile &1 is not valid for order type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU634 - Confirmation profile &1 is not valid for order type &2 ?

  The SAP error message RU634 indicates that the confirmation profile specified for a particular order type is not valid. This error typically arises in the context of production orders, process orders, or other types of orders that require confirmations in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Confirmation Profile: The confirmation profile assigned to the order type is either not defined or not correctly configured in the system.
  Order Type Mismatch: The order type for which the confirmation is being attempted does not match the order type associated with the confirmation profile.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings in the SAP system, such as missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified confirmation profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Profile:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for production or process orders.
  Check the confirmation profiles assigned to the order type in question.
  Ensure that the confirmation profile is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Order Type:
  
  Ensure that the order type you are working with is compatible with the confirmation profile.
  If necessary, change the order type or assign a different confirmation profile that is valid for the order type.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If the confirmation profile is missing or incorrectly configured, you may need to create or modify it.
  Ensure that the confirmation profile is assigned to the correct order type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to perform the confirmation has the necessary authorizations to use the specified confirmation profile.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the confirmation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to work with orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to confirmation profiles and order types.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring confirmation profiles and order types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning or order management.