How To Fix MEREP_01161 - Line items: add=&1, changed=&2, deleted=&3, not changed=&4

MEREP_01161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEREP_01 - Runtime Messages for Synchronizers

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Line items: add=&1, changed=&2, deleted=&3, not changed=&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEREP_01161 - Line items: add=&1, changed=&2, deleted=&3, not changed=&4 ?

  The SAP error message MEREP_01161 typically relates to issues with the handling of line items in a document, such as a purchase order or a sales order. This error message indicates that there are discrepancies in the line items being processed, specifically in terms of how many items were added, changed, deleted, or left unchanged.
  
  Cause:
  The error message MEREP_01161 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The data being processed may not match the expected format or structure, leading to inconsistencies in the line items.
  Incorrect Updates: There may be attempts to update line items that do not exist or have already been processed.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to update the same document simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts.
  Validation Errors: Certain validations may fail, causing the system to reject the changes to line items.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEREP_01161 error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the