How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF171 - Order &1 differs in location

/SAPAPO/CIF171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Order &1 differs in location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF171 - Order &1 differs in location ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF171 Order &1 differs in location typically occurs in the context of the Core Interface (CIF) when transferring data between SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) and SAP ERP systems. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the location (plant or storage location) associated with a specific order during the CIF transfer process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Location Mismatch: The order being transferred has a location (plant or storage location) that does not match the expected location in the APO system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data between the ERP and APO systems, such as changes in the location that have not been synchronized.
  Order Creation in Different Locations: The order might have been created in a different location than what is defined in the APO system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CIF settings that lead to incorrect mapping of locations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Details: Review