How To Fix /SPE/INBVAL048 - No confirmation control key found for vendor &1 and material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/INBVAL -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: No confirmation control key found for vendor &1 and material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL048 - No confirmation control key found for vendor &1 and material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL048 No confirmation control key found for vendor &1 and material &2 typically occurs in the context of inbound logistics, particularly when dealing with the handling of materials and vendors in the system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a confirmation control key for the specified vendor and material combination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The confirmation control key is not defined for the specific vendor and material combination in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the vendor or material, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Incorrect Vendor/Material Combination: The vendor and material combination being processed may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Purchase Info Record: The purchase info record that links the vendor and material may not exist or may not have the necessary confirmation control key defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the confirmation control keys in the relevant module (e.g., MM - Materials Management).
  Ensure that the confirmation control key is defined for the vendor and material combination.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03) to ensure that the vendor is correctly set up.
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the material is correctly set up.
  Verify that the vendor and material are linked correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Purchase Info Record:
  
  If a purchase info record does not exist for the vendor and material, create one using transaction code ME11.
  Ensure that the confirmation control key is specified in the purchase info record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up confirmation control keys and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MM03: Display Material
  ME11: Create Purchase Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchase Info Record
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on confirmation control keys and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.