How To Fix IPPECIF197 - Average retention period in a buffer differs

IPPECIF197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPPECIF - Messages for APO CIP Interfaces in iPPE

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Average retention period in a buffer differs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPPECIF197 - Average retention period in a buffer differs ?

  The SAP error message IPPECIF197, which states "Average retention period in a buffer differs," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Planning (IP) or other planning applications where data is being processed in buffers. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the average retention period settings for the data being processed, which can lead to inconsistencies in the planning data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The average retention period for the data in the buffer may not match the expected configuration settings in the planning area or the planning object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being loaded into the buffer, possibly due to changes in the planning area or the data model.
  Buffer Settings: The buffer settings for the planning area may not be correctly defined, leading to discrepancies in how data is retained and processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that the