How To Fix WGDS_CONFIRMATION021 - Response for confirmation message &1 was processed partially

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_CONFIRMATION - Confirmation messages

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Response for confirmation message &1 was processed partially

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_CONFIRMATION021 - Response for confirmation message &1 was processed partially ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_CONFIRMATION021
  
  Text: Response for confirmation message &1 was processed partially.
  
  Cause:
  This message indicates that the system has received a confirmation response (e.g., from a shop floor confirmation or a goods movement confirmation) but could only process part of the data successfully. Some items or operations in the confirmation message were processed, while others were not.
  Common causes include:
  
  Data inconsistencies: Some of the confirmation data does not match the expected data in the system (e.g., quantities, operation numbers, or order numbers).
  Locking or update conflicts: The system could not update all records due to locks or inconsistencies.
  Partial posting due to errors: Some line items or operations failed validation or business rules.
  Missing or incorrect master data: For example, missing routing, BOM, or incorrect order status.
  Authorization issues: The user or process does not have sufficient authorization to post all parts of the confirmation.
  Technical issues: Communication errors or incomplete data transfer.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the detailed error log:
  
  Use transaction COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) or CO13 (Display Confirmation) to check the status of the confirmation.
  Review the application log via transaction SLG1 with object WGDS or related to confirmation processing to find detailed error messages for the failed parts.
  
  
  
  Analyze the confirmation data:
  
  Verify the quantities, operation numbers, and order numbers in the confirmation message.
  Check if the confirmation data matches the production order and routing.
  
  
  
  Check order status and master data:
  
  Ensure the production order is in a status that allows confirmation.
  Verify routing, BOM, and work center data are correct and active.
  
  
  
  Check for locks or update conflicts:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locked entries related to the order or confirmation.
  If locks exist, investigate and release if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Correct the data and reprocess:
  
  If possible, correct the confirmation data and resend.
  Alternatively, manually post the missing confirmations via transaction CO11N or MF47.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or interface posting the confirmation has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Technical checks:
  
  If the confirmation is coming via an interface (e.g., from a shop floor system), check the interface logs and data mapping.
  Reprocess the confirmation message after fixing the issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  CO11N – Single confirmation entry
  COHV – Mass processing of confirmations
  SLG1 – Application log for detailed error analysis
  SM12 – Lock entries
  MF47 – Confirmations for repetitive manufacturing
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to confirmation processing errors or partial processing.
  Example: SAP Note 1234567 (hypothetical) might describe similar issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal: Production Order Confirmation
  SAP Library: PP (Production Planning) confirmation processing
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The message WGDS_CONFIRMATION021 means the confirmation response was only partially processed due to data or system issues. Investigate the detailed logs, verify data consistency, check order status and locks, correct errors, and reprocess the confirmation to resolve the issue.
  
  If you provide the exact confirmation message number (&1) or more context, I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.