How To Fix DRF_OUTBOUND184 - Change pointers were created for Business Object &1 and System &2

DRF_OUTBOUND184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRF_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Change pointers were created for Business Object &1 and System &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND184 - Change pointers were created for Business Object &1 and System &2 ?

  The SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND184 indicates that change pointers were created for a specific business object and system, but there may be an issue with processing these change pointers in the context of Data Replication Framework (DRF). This message typically arises in scenarios involving data replication, where changes in master data need to be synchronized across different systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Change Pointers Not Processed: The error may occur if the change pointers created for the specified business object and system have not been processed correctly or are pending processing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Data Replication Framework settings, such as incorrect settings for the business object or the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to process the change pointers may lack the necessary authorizations.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as connectivity problems between systems or issues with the underlying database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Change Pointer Status: Use transaction code