How To Fix APOC_OR_MESSAGES397 - Error(s) occurred when merging the document. The return code is &1.

APOC_OR_MESSAGES397 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APOC_OR_MESSAGES - Messages for Output Control

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Error(s) occurred when merging the document. The return code is &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES397 - Error(s) occurred when merging the document. The return code is &1. ?

  The SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES397 indicates that there was an issue when attempting to merge documents in the SAP system, specifically in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. The return code &1 provides additional information about the nature of the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being merged, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Document Locking: The documents you are trying to merge may be locked by another user or process, preventing the merge operation from completing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the APO system that are not set up correctly, leading to errors during the merge process.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the merge may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the operation.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the documents you are trying to merge