How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF384 - Duplicate stock item in APO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Duplicate stock item in APO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF384 - Duplicate stock item in APO ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF384 Duplicate stock item in APO typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when integrating data between SAP ERP and SAP APO using the Core Interface (CIF). This error indicates that there are duplicate stock items being transferred to APO, which can lead to inconsistencies in planning and inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Master Data: The most common cause of this error is the presence of duplicate material master records or stock items in the source system (SAP ERP) that are being sent to APO.
  Incorrect CIF Configuration: Misconfiguration in the CIF settings can lead to the same stock item being sent multiple times.
  Data Replication Issues: Issues during the data replication process can cause duplicates to appear in APO.
  Multiple Locations: If the same stock item is defined in multiple locations or plants without proper differentiation, it may trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
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