How To Fix /SAPAPO/CBM_CIF202 - &2 versions (batches) found for product &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CBM_CIF -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: &2 versions (batches) found for product &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CBM_CIF202 - &2 versions (batches) found for product &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CBM_CIF202 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with the Core Interface (CIF) between SAP APO and SAP ERP systems. This error indicates that there are multiple versions (or batches) found for a specific product, which can lead to confusion in data synchronization between the systems.
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPAPO/CBM_CIF202 is triggered when:
  
  There are multiple versions of a product in the system, which can happen if the product has been maintained with different batch numbers or versions in the ERP system.
  The CIF interface is unable to determine which version of the product to use for the transfer of data between SAP ERP and SAP APO.
  This situation can arise due to incorrect or incomplete master data maintenance, or if the product is being processed in different contexts (e.g., different plants or storage locations).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Versions: 
  
  Go to the product master data in the SAP ERP system and check for the different versions or batches of the product in question. You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to view the material details.
  
  
  
  Consolidate Versions:
  
  If possible, consolidate the versions or batches of the product to ensure that only one version is active for the CIF transfer. This may involve archiving or deleting obsolete versions.
  
  
  
  Adjust CIF Settings:
  
  Review the CIF settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to handle multiple versions. This may involve adjusting the settings in transaction CIF or CIF1 to manage how versions are treated during data transfer.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data in both the SAP ERP and SAP APO systems is consistent. You can use transaction CIF to monitor the status of the CIF queues and check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Reprocess CIF Queues:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, you may need to reprocess the CIF queues to ensure that the data is synchronized correctly. Use transaction CIF to monitor and reprocess any failed queues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CIF and APO for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to your version of the software.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CIF, CIF1, CIF2, MM03, and MM02 for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.