How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_SYNC040 - Confirmation only exists in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_SYNC -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Confirmation only exists in the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_SYNC040 - Confirmation only exists in the database ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_SYNC040 Confirmation only exists in the database typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the data in the database and the data in the APO system, particularly regarding order confirmations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error usually indicates that there is a confirmation record in the database that is not properly synchronized with the APO system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual changes made directly in the database that are not reflected in APO.
  Issues during data transfer or replication processes between systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP APO).
  Deletion or modification of confirmations in the source system that are not updated in APO.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The confirmation might exist in the database, but the associated order or other related data might be missing or incorrect.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM_ORDER or /SAPAPO/OM_CONFIRM to check the order and confirmation data in APO.
  Verify if the confirmation exists in the database and if it is linked to the correct order.
  
  
  
  Re-synchronize Data:
  
  If you suspect that the data is out of sync, you may need to re-run the data transfer or replication process from the source system (e.g., SAP ERP) to APO.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/OM_DATA to perform a data consistency check and re-synchronize the data.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Data Transfer:
  
  Review the logs for any errors during the data transfer process. This can help identify if there were issues that caused the data inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Manual Correction:
  
  If necessary, you may need to manually correct the data in the APO system or the source system to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in APO for order management and confirmations.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for APO to understand the data flow and synchronization processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex data issues or system configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.