How To Fix WGDS_CONFIRMATION043 - Confirmation state unknown for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2,base GTIN &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_CONFIRMATION - Confirmation messages

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Confirmation state unknown for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2,base GTIN &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_CONFIRMATION043 - Confirmation state unknown for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2,base GTIN &3 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_CONFIRMATION043: Confirmation state unknown for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2, base GTIN &3
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Global Data Synchronization (GDS) or SAP Product Master Data synchronization process when the system tries to confirm or process a product catalog entry, but the confirmation state of the product (identified by the GTINs) is not recognized or is missing in the catalog.
  
  Catalog &1: The specific product catalog involved.
  Top-level GTIN &2: The Global Trade Item Number representing the top-level product.
  Base GTIN &3: The base GTIN related to the product variant or packaging level.
  
  The confirmation state is a status indicator that shows whether the product data has been confirmed, rejected, or is pending confirmation. If this state is unknown or missing, the system cannot proceed with the synchronization or confirmation process.
  
  Possible Causes:
  
  The product data has not been properly confirmed or updated in the source system.
  Data inconsistency or missing confirmation status in the catalog.
  Synchronization issues between SAP and the external data pool or catalog.
  Incorrect or incomplete master data setup for the GTINs involved.
  Technical issues or bugs in the confirmation process or interface.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Status:
  
  Verify the confirmation status of the product in the catalog.
  Ensure that the product data has been confirmed or appropriately processed in the source system.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the master data for the top-level GTIN and base GTIN.
  Check for completeness and correctness of the product data.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Resend Data:
  
  If the confirmation state is missing or incorrect, try to reprocess or resend the product data to update the confirmation status.
  Use transaction codes or tools related to GDS or product data synchronization to trigger reprocessing.
  
  
  
  Check Integration and Interfaces:
  
  Review the integration settings between SAP and the external catalog or data pool.
  Ensure that the interfaces are working correctly and no errors are blocking the confirmation update.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error message.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the catalog and GTIN details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions/Tools:
  
  Use SAP GDS-related transactions or tools to monitor and manage product data synchronization.
  Check logs and error messages in the synchronization monitor.
  
  
  
  Master Data Governance:
  
  Ensure proper governance and workflows are in place for product master data confirmation.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help Portal for Global Data Synchronization and product master data management.
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to WGDS_CONFIRMATION messages or GDS synchronization issues.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact SAP module or context (e.g., SAP GTS, SAP MDG, or SAP GDS), I can help you with more specific transaction codes or steps.