How To Fix WGDS_CONFIRMATION024 - Exception for confirmation message &1 was processed partially

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_CONFIRMATION - Confirmation messages

• Message number: 024

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_CONFIRMATION024 - Exception for confirmation message &1 was processed partially ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_CONFIRMATION024: Exception for confirmation message &1 was processed partially
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of a goods movement confirmation (e.g., in production order confirmations, goods receipt, or goods issue confirmations) when the system encounters an exception that causes only a partial processing of the confirmation message.
  In other words:
  
  The confirmation message (identified by &1, which is the confirmation number or ID) could not be fully processed due to some issue, and only part of the data was accepted or posted.
  Common causes include:  
  
  Data inconsistencies or missing data in the confirmation message.  
  Locking or update conflicts in the database during confirmation posting.  
  Incomplete or incorrect configuration in confirmation or goods movement processing.  
  System or communication errors if the confirmation is coming from an external system or interface.  
  User interruptions or system timeouts during confirmation processing.
  
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  During confirmation processing in transactions like CO11N, MF47, or when confirmations are posted via interfaces (e.g., IDocs, BAPIs).  
  In production order confirmations or process order confirmations.  
  When using confirmation messages in the SAP Logistics Execution or Production Planning modules.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the Confirmation Message Details:  
  
  Identify the confirmation message number (&1) from the error.  
  Review the confirmation data for completeness and correctness.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Logs and Error Details:  
  
  Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for detailed error messages related to the confirmation.  
  Look for any short dumps (transaction ST22) or update errors (transaction SM13).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:  
  
  Verify that the production order or process order exists and is in a status that allows confirmation.  
  Ensure that the quantities confirmed do not exceed the order quantities.  
  Check for any missing mandatory fields or incorrect data in the confirmation.
  
  
  
  Check for Locking or Update Issues:  
  
  Look for database locks or update failures that might have caused partial processing.  
  If update errors are found, try to reprocess the confirmation after resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Correct the Confirmation:  
  
  If partial posting occurred, you may need to reverse or delete the partial confirmation and re-enter it correctly.  
  Use transaction CO13 or CO12 to display and possibly delete confirmations.  
  If the confirmation came via an interface (e.g., IDoc), check the IDoc status and reprocess if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:  
  
  Verify the confirmation profile and related settings in production order confirmation configuration.  
  Ensure that the system is set up correctly for the type of confirmation being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:  
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WGDS_CONFIRMATION024 or partial confirmation processing errors.  
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Message Class: WGDS_CONFIRMATION  
  Message Number: 024  
  Transaction Codes: CO11N, CO12, MF47, SLG1, ST22, SM13  
  Modules: Production Planning (PP), Logistics Execution (LE), Shop Floor Control (SFC)
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Partial processing due to data issues, locking, update errors, or configuration problems
  
  
  Effect
  Confirmation message processed only partially, leading to inconsistent data
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze logs, check data, resolve inconsistencies, reprocess or correct confirmation
  
  
  Tools
  SLG1, ST22, SM13, CO11N, CO12, SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact scenario or confirmation type, I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.