How To Fix 28163 - &1: expected facet ALL_OFFERS or ALL_REQUIRES, found &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 163

• Message text: &1: expected facet ALL_OFFERS or ALL_REQUIRES, found &3

What causes this issue?

Caution: this message only affects the (provisional) use of extended
configuration concepts in the standalone Sales Configurator Engine
(SCE) and is explained in the relevant documentation. A further
description of SCE-relevant error messages will be availabe in a later
release when this function is generally available.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28163 - &1: expected facet ALL_OFFERS or ALL_REQUIRES, found &3 ?

  The SAP error message 28163 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of a product or service in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP's Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) or SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules. The error message suggests that the system expected a specific facet (ALL_OFFERS or ALL_REQUIRES) but found something else instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises when there is a mismatch in the expected data structure or configuration settings for a product or service. This could be due to incorrect entries in the master data or configuration settings.
  Data Integrity Issues: If the data related to offers or requirements is not properly maintained or is inconsistent, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the expected facets correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the product or service in question. Ensure that the facets (ALL_OFFERS or ALL_REQUIRES) are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries related to the product or service. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the expected facets. Debugging the custom code may help identify where the issue lies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or solutions based on the specific context of your implementation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking custom developments or SE11 (Data Dictionary) for reviewing data structures.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.