How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF198 - APO requirements confirmation qty (&1) different to R/3 confirmation qty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 198

• Message text: APO requirements confirmation qty (&1) different to R/3 confirmation qty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF198 - APO requirements confirmation qty (&1) different to R/3 confirmation qty ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF198 indicates a discrepancy between the confirmation quantity in the Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) system and the confirmation quantity in the R/3 system. This error typically arises during the CIF (Core Interface) transfer process, which is responsible for synchronizing data between the SAP APO and SAP ERP (R/3) systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is a mismatch between the quantities confirmed in APO and those confirmed in R/3. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual adjustments in R/3 after the confirmation was sent to APO.
  Changes in the production order or delivery quantities that were not updated in APO.
  Errors during the CIF transfer process.
  
  
  
  Timing Issues: If confirmations are processed in R/3 after they have been sent to APO, it can lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the CIF configuration can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Data: 
  
  Review the confirmation data in both APO and R/3 to identify where the discrepancy lies. You can use transaction codes like CIF in R/3 and SCC4 in APO to check the relevant data.
  Compare the confirmed quantities in both systems for the specific order or delivery.
  
  
  
  Reprocess CIF: 
  
  If the discrepancy is due to a temporary issue, you can try reprocessing the CIF data. Use transaction CIF in R/3 to reprocess the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Confirmations: 
  
  If the confirmation in R/3 is correct, you may need to adjust the confirmation in APO to match it. This can be done through the relevant transaction in APO.
  
  
  
  Check CIF Settings: 
  
  Ensure that the CIF settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the integration model and ensuring that all relevant objects are included.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Analyze Logs: 
  
  Check the CIF logs for any errors or warnings that might provide additional context on the issue. Use transaction CIF in R/3 to view the logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CIF and APO for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CIF - CIF Monitor in R/3
  SCC4 - APO transaction for checking CIF settings
  CIF1 - To maintain integration models
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to CIF and APO discrepancies.
  
  
  APO Configuration: Ensure that the APO system is properly configured to handle confirmations and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the discrepancy and take appropriate action to resolve the error.