How To Fix FSH_CIF_MESSAGES015 - Material &1 Plant &2 Batch &3 is being sent to EWM/APO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_CIF_MESSAGES - Message Class for CIF Transfer

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Material &1 Plant &2 Batch &3 is being sent to EWM/APO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_CIF_MESSAGES015 - Material &1 Plant &2 Batch &3 is being sent to EWM/APO ?

  The SAP error message FSH_CIF_MESSAGES015 indicates that there is an issue with the transfer of material data to Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) systems. The message specifically states that a certain material, plant, and batch combination is being sent to EWM/APO, but there is a problem that needs to be addressed.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Master Data Issues: The material, plant, or batch may not be properly set up in the system. This could include missing or incorrect master data.
  Batch Management Settings: If batch management is not properly configured for the material or plant, it can lead to issues when trying to send data to EWM/APO.
  Integration Issues: There may be problems with the CIF (Core Interface) settings or configurations that are preventing the successful transfer of data.
  Status of the Material: The material might be in a status that does not allow it to be transferred (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the ERP system and the EWM/APO system.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material, plant, and batch exist in the system and are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the material is active and not blocked.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  Check if batch management is enabled for the material and that the batch is correctly assigned to the material in the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  CIF Configuration:
  
  Review the CIF settings to ensure that the integration between the ERP system and EWM/APO is correctly configured.
  Check for any CIF queue entries that may indicate issues with the data transfer.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check between the ERP and EWM/APO systems to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CIF to monitor CIF queues and resolve any errors.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  Use transaction codes like CIF to analyze the CIF logs for any specific errors related to the material transfer.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CIF and EWM/APO integration for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CIF - CIF Monitor
  SLG1 - Application Log
  MM03 - Display Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to CIF and EWM/APO integration.
  Batch Management: Familiarize yourself with batch management concepts in SAP, as they are crucial for handling materials with batches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message FSH_CIF_MESSAGES015. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.