How To Fix PRJ_CIF_LOG312 - No transfer of component &1/&2/&3/&4 (child): R/3 discontinuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 312

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRJ_CIF_LOG312 - No transfer of component &1/&2/&3/&4 (child): R/3 discontinuation ?

  The SAP error message PRJ_CIF_LOG312 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 a component (identified by its material number, plant, and other identifiers) has been discontinued in the R/3 system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Discontinued Material: The material in question has been marked as discontinued or inactive in the R/3 system, which prevents it from being transferred to APO.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the CIF that are not aligned, leading to the inability to transfer certain components.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the component may be incomplete or incorrect, which can lead to transfer failures.
  CIF Settings: The CIF settings may not be properly configured to allow the transfer of certain materials or components.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PRJ_CIF_LOG312 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Verify the status of the material in the R/3 system. Ensure that it is active and not marked as discontinued or inactive.
  You can check this in the material master data (transaction MM03).
  
  
  
  Review CIF Configuration:
  
  Check the CIF configuration settings to ensure that the relevant materials and components are included in the transfer settings.
  Use transaction code CIF to access the CIF configuration and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data for the component is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing data in the material master, BOM (Bill of Materials), and routing.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Material:
  
  If the material has been discontinued but needs to be transferred, consider reactivating it in the R/3 system if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the CIF logs for additional details on the error. This can provide more context on why the transfer is failing.
  
  
  
  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 checking the above points, 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. Proper configuration and data integrity are crucial for successful data transfer.
  Material Master Data: This is a critical component in SAP that contains all the information related to materials, including their status, which affects their transferability.
  Error Logs: Always check the error logs in the CIF transaction to get more detailed information about the specific issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PRJ_CIF_LOG312 error message.