How To Fix /ISDFPS/SYNC168 - Partner status: &1 / &2 - repeat counter: &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Partner status: &1 / &2 - repeat counter: &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC168 - Partner status: &1 / &2 - repeat counter: &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC168 Partner status: &1 / &2 - repeat counter: &3 &4 typically relates to issues in the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) systems, particularly in the context of data synchronization between different systems or components.
  Cause:
  
  
  Partner Status Issues: The error indicates that there is a problem with the status of a partner in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The partner not being properly configured or activated.
  Communication issues between systems (e.g., between SAP and a third-party system).
  Data inconsistencies or missing data related to the partner.
  
  
  
  Repeat Counter: The repeat counter suggests that the system has attempted to process the synchronization multiple times without success. This could indicate a persistent issue that needs to be addressed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Configuration: 
  
  Verify that the partner is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the partner's status, ensuring that all necessary data is complete, and that the partner is active.
  
  
  
  Review Communication Settings: 
  
  Ensure that the communication settings between the systems are correctly configured. This includes checking any middleware or integration tools that may be involved in the data transfer.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks: 
  
  Perform data consistency checks to ensure that all required data for the partner is present and correct. This may involve checking master data, transactional data, and any related configurations.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces: 
  
  Review system logs and traces for more detailed error messages or warnings that could provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Retry Mechanism: 
  
  If the error is due to a temporary issue, you may consider implementing a retry mechanism to attempt the synchronization again after resolving any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check logs related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the error message.