How To Fix /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG281 - Maintain object &OBJ& in the application log

/SAPAPO/CFM_MSG281 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG -

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Maintain object &OBJ& in the application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG281 - Maintain object &OBJ& in the application log ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG281 typically indicates that there is an issue with maintaining a specific object in the application log within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This message is often related to the Capacity Planning or Production Planning processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The object referenced (e.g., a production order, resource, or planning object) may not have all the required data or may be missing entirely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the object in question.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the object from being processed correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the application log itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Application Log: Use transaction code SLG1 to view the application log