How To Fix APO_BAPI144 - Parser was called up with wrong document type. &1 should be &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Parser was called up with wrong document type. &1 should be &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI144 - Parser was called up with wrong document type. &1 should be &2. ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI144 indicates that a parser was invoked with an incorrect document type. The message format typically includes placeholders like &1 and &2, which represent the actual document types involved in the error. 
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when:
  
  A BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) is called with a document type that is not expected or supported by the parser.
  There may be a mismatch between the document type being sent in the request and the document type that the system is configured to handle.
  The configuration of the document types in the APO system may not be aligned with the expected values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Types: Verify the document types being used in the BAPI call. Ensure that the document type you are passing matches the expected document type in the system.
  
  
  Review BAPI Documentation: Consult the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected input parameters, including the valid document types.
  
  
  Configuration Check: If you have access to the configuration settings in SAP APO, check the settings for document types to ensure they are correctly defined and aligned with the business processes.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the BAPI to inspect the values being passed and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its documentation and provides solutions for common issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the specific BAPI you are using, as each BAPI has its own set of parameters and expected values.
  SAP APO Configuration: Understanding how document types are configured in SAP APO can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application to gracefully manage such errors and provide meaningful feedback to users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.