How To Fix /PLMPCV/QRM873 - Query &1: Function ID of formula &2 differs from ID in BRFplus

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/QRM -

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Query &1: Function ID of formula &2 differs from ID in BRFplus

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM873 - Query &1: Function ID of formula &2 differs from ID in BRFplus ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM873 indicates a discrepancy between the function ID of a formula in the context of SAP's Business Rule Framework plus (BRFplus) and the expected function ID in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where there are inconsistencies in the configuration or data between the BRFplus rules and the application that is trying to access them.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch in Function IDs: The function ID defined in the formula does not match the function ID that is stored in BRFplus. This can happen if:
  
  The formula was modified or deleted in BRFplus without updating the corresponding references in the application.
  There was a transport issue where the changes were not properly moved between systems (e.g., from development to production).
  Manual changes were made to the BRFplus configuration that were not reflected in the application.
  
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the formula or function, the application might be referencing an outdated or incorrect version.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the correct function in BRFplus.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Function IDs: Check the function ID in the formula and compare it with the one in BRFplus. Ensure they match. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the BRFplus workbench and checking the function definitions.
  Reviewing the formula configuration in the application.
  
  
  
  Update References: If there are discrepancies, update the references in the application to point to the correct function ID in BRFplus.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all relevant changes have been transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the BRFplus objects.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BRFplus functions. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BRFplus documentation to understand how functions and formulas are structured and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /PLMPCV/QRM873 and ensure that your SAP system functions correctly with BRFplus.