How To Fix T0821 - With CorrType & (internal), the 'Enter CoConf.' checkbox has no effect.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 821

• Message text: With CorrType & (internal), the 'Enter CoConf.' checkbox has no effect.

What causes this issue?

In your Customizing settings for correspondence, you have marked the
'Counterconfirmation required' checkbox for <ZH>internal
</>correspondence types &V1&. This checkbox has no influence on the
confirmation status in the transaction.

How to fix this error?

Deactivate the checkbox for correspondence type &V1&.
&FURTHER_SOURCES_OF_INF&
If you wish to maintain the confirmation status in the transaction, you
have to mark the 'Counterconfirmation required' checkbox for the
<ZH>external </>correspondence type. The 'Counterconfirmation' checkbox
must also be marked in <ZH>Standing Instructions Correspondence </>
depending on the business partner.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0821 - With CorrType & (internal), the 'Enter CoConf.' checkbox has no effect. ?

  The SAP error message T0821 typically relates to issues with the configuration of the confirmation types in the system, particularly when dealing with production orders or confirmations in the context of manufacturing processes. The message indicates that the checkbox for "Enter CoConf." (which stands for "Enter Confirmation") is not functioning as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The error often arises from incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the production order confirmation types. The system may not recognize the checkbox due to misconfiguration.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to change or utilize the confirmation types effectively.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP version being used that affect the functionality of the confirmation types.
  Missing Dependencies: The confirmation type may depend on other settings or configurations that are not properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for confirmation types in the SAP system (Transaction code: OPL8).
  Ensure that the "Enter CoConf." checkbox is correctly set for the relevant confirmation type.
  Review other related settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to confirmation types. This can be done through transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the checkbox now has the desired effect. Create a test production order and attempt to enter a confirmation to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue remains unresolved after checking configurations and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (Enter Production Order Confirmation) and OPL8 (Confirmation Types Configuration).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production order confirmations and configuration settings to better understand the implications of the settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the T0821 error message in SAP.