How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF196 - APO fixed date/qty (&1) differs from R/3 fixed date/qty (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 196

• Message text: APO fixed date/qty (&1) differs from R/3 fixed date/qty (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF196 - APO fixed date/qty (&1) differs from R/3 fixed date/qty (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF196 indicates a discrepancy between the fixed date or quantity in the Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) system and the corresponding values in the R/3 system. This error typically arises during the CIF (Core Interface) transfer process, which is responsible for data synchronization between SAP R/3 and SAP APO.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The fixed date or quantity in the APO system does not match the fixed date or quantity in the R/3 system for a specific product or planning object.
  There may have been changes made in either system that were not synchronized properly.
  There could be configuration issues or data inconsistencies between the two systems.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Verify the fixed date and quantity in both the APO and R/3 systems for the affected product or planning object.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 in APO and relevant transaction codes in R/3 to check the details.
  
  
  
  Reconcile Data:
  
  If discrepancies are found, determine which system has the correct data. You may need to update the incorrect values in either system to ensure they match.
  If changes were made in R/3, ensure that they are properly transferred to APO using the CIF.
  
  
  
  CIF Settings:
  
  Check the CIF settings and ensure that the relevant data transfer settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the integration model is active and includes the necessary objects.
  
  
  
  Re-run CIF:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the CIF transfer to synchronize the data again.
  Use transaction code CIF to monitor the transfer and check for any further errors.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or logic implemented in either system, review them to ensure they are not causing the discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation for any specific guidance related to this error message. SAP Notes may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/MC62: Check and maintain the master data in APO.
  CIF: Monitor and manage CIF transfers.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that address CIF issues or specific error messages related to /SAPAPO/CIF196.
  
  
  Integration Model: Ensure that the integration model is correctly set up and activated for the relevant materials and plants.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SAPAPO/CIF196 error message. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.