How To Fix TN163 - SPAM/SAINT update has already been confirmed


TN163 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: TN - Support Package Manager (SPAM) Messages

  • Message number: 163

  • Message text: SPAM/SAINT update has already been confirmed

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN163 - SPAM/SAINT update has already been confirmed ?
    The SAP error message TN163 indicates that a SPAM (SAP Patch Manager) or SAINT (SAP Add-On Installation Tool) update has already been confirmed in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to apply a patch or add-on that has already been processed and confirmed, leading to the error message.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Confirmation: The most common cause is that the update you are trying to apply has already been confirmed in the system. System State: The system might be in a state where it does not allow re-confirmation of the same update. Incorrect Procedure: The update might have been applied through a different method or transaction, leading to confusion in the SPAM/SAINT tool.
    Solution: Check the Update Status: Use transaction code SPAM or SAINT to check the status of the updates that have been applied. Look for the specific update you are trying to apply and confirm if it is already listed as confirmed. Revert or Remove the

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