How To Fix APO_BAPI189 - Configuration and object reference may not be used together

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Configuration and object reference may not be used together

What causes this issue?

For a receipt element or requirement element, both a configuration and
a reference to another configuration (for example, sales order or
production order) were specified at the same time.
This is not permitted because the settings contradict each other.

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?

For a receipt element or requirement element, enter either a
configuration or an object reference, but not both at the same time.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI189 - Configuration and object reference may not be used together ?

  The SAP error message "APO_BAPI189: Configuration and object reference may not be used together" typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a conflict in the data being processed, particularly when dealing with product configurations and object references.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call is made that attempts to use both a configuration and an object reference simultaneously. In APO, configurations are used to define specific product variants, while object references are used to refer to existing objects (like products or materials) in the system. The system does not allow both to be specified at the same time for a single operation, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are only using one of the two options (configuration or object reference) in your BAPI call. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Review the BAPI Call: Check the parameters being passed to the BAPI. Ensure that you are not passing both a configuration and an object reference at the same time.
  
  
  Modify the Input Data: If you need to use a configuration, remove any object reference from the input data, and vice versa. Make sure that the data structure aligns with the requirements of the BAPI.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected input parameters and their constraints.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the BAPI call again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or the specific BAPI documentation for detailed information on the parameters and their usage.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or fixes.
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, you can use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to debug the BAPI and see the exact parameters being passed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "APO_BAPI189" error and successfully execute your BAPI call.