How To Fix WGDS_CONFIRMATION132 - Confirmation for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2, base GTIN &3 not sent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_CONFIRMATION - Confirmation messages

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Confirmation for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2, base GTIN &3 not sent

What causes this issue?

A message with status 'Review' was already sent, and there are no more
unsolved errors.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

There should be an unsent message with a status other than 'Review' to
be sent.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_CONFIRMATION132 - Confirmation for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2, base GTIN &3 not sent ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_CONFIRMATION132 Confirmation for catalog &1, top-level GTIN &2, base GTIN &3 not sent
  typically occurs in the context of Global Data Synchronization (GDS) or Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN) processes, where product data (catalogs and GTINs) are exchanged between trading partners.
  
  Cause
  
  The confirmation message for a specific catalog and GTIN combination was not sent to the recipient system.
  This can happen due to:
  
  Communication or network issues preventing the confirmation from being transmitted.
  Configuration errors in the GDS/GDSN interface or middleware.
  Missing or incorrect setup of the confirmation process in SAP.
  The confirmation process was not triggered or was interrupted.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in the catalog or GTIN data that prevent confirmation.
  The partner system did not acknowledge or accept the confirmation, causing a resend failure.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Communication and Network:
  
  Verify that the communication channels (e.g., EDI, ALE, PI/PO, or other middleware) are working correctly.
  Check for any network errors or downtime that might have prevented sending.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the GDS/GDSN interface is properly configured in SAP.
  Check the settings for confirmation message generation and transmission.
  Verify partner profiles and communication agreements.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Reprocess Messages:
  
  Use transaction codes related to message monitoring (e.g., WE02, WE05 for IDocs) to check the status of confirmation messages.
  Identify if the confirmation message exists but is stuck or failed.
  Reprocess or resend the confirmation message manually if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Validate the catalog and GTIN data for completeness and correctness.
  Correct any data errors that might prevent confirmation.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Error Details:
  
  Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for detailed error messages related to the confirmation process.
  Look for any additional error messages or dumps.
  
  
  
  Coordinate with Partner:
  
  Confirm with the trading partner if they received the confirmation or if there are issues on their side.
  Ensure that the partner system is ready to receive and process confirmations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes related to WGDS_CONFIRMATION132 for any known bugs or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP including detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  GDS/GDSN in SAP: SAP supports Global Data Synchronization through specific modules and interfaces, often integrated with SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
  GTIN: Global Trade Item Number, a unique identifier for trade items.
  Catalog: A collection of product data shared between trading partners.
  Confirmation Messages: Used to acknowledge receipt and acceptance of product data in GDSN processes.
  Transactions to check:
  
  WE02 / WE05 – IDoc monitoring
  SLG1 – Application log
  SM58 – Update requests (if asynchronous processing)
  SMQ1 / SMQ2 – qRFC monitoring (if used)
  
  
  Middleware: SAP PI/PO or third-party middleware may be involved in message transmission.
  
  
  If you provide more details about your SAP system version, the exact process flow, or the interface used, I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.