How To Fix PRJ_CIF_LOG311 - No transfer of component &1/&2/&3/&4 (parent): R/3 discontinuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRJ_CIF_LOG - CIF Application Log Messages for Networks

• Message number: 311

• Message text: No transfer of component &1/&2/&3/&4 (parent): R/3 discontinuation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRJ_CIF_LOG311 - No transfer of component &1/&2/&3/&4 (parent): R/3 discontinuation ?

  The SAP error message PRJ_CIF_LOG311 indicates that there is an issue with the transfer of a component in the CIF (Core Interface) between SAP ERP (R/3) and SAP APO (Advanced Planner and Optimizer). The message specifically states that the transfer of the component (identified by &1, &2, &3, &4) has been discontinued in the R/3 system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Discontinued Component: The component you are trying to transfer has been marked as discontinued in the R/3 system. This could happen if the material or product has been flagged for deletion or is no longer active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the CIF that prevent the transfer of certain components.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the component may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to transfer it.
  Versioning Issues: The version of the component in R/3 may not match the expected version in APO.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PRJ_CIF_LOG311 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Component Status:
  
  Verify the status of the component in the R/3 system. Ensure that it is active and not marked for deletion.
  You can check this in the material master (transaction MM03) or the relevant product master in the R/3 system.
  
  
  
  Review CIF Configuration:
  
  Check the CIF configuration settings to ensure that the component is set up correctly for transfer. This includes checking the integration model and ensuring that the component is included in the model.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data for the component is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing fields or incorrect data entries.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Component:
  
  If the component has been discontinued but is still needed, consider reactivating it in the R/3 system.
  
  
  
  Check Logs for More Details:
  
  Review the CIF logs for additional details about the error. You can use transaction code /SAPAPO/CIF to access the CIF monitoring tools and logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CIF and the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CIF (Core Interface): This is the interface used for data transfer between SAP ERP and SAP APO.
  Material Master: The central repository of information related to materials in SAP.
  Integration Model: A configuration in CIF that defines which data should be transferred from R/3 to APO.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master Display), /SAPAPO/CIF (CIF Monitoring), and others for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PRJ_CIF_LOG311 error message.