How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF455 - Order &1: Difference in item number (APO: &2 <-> R/3: &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 455

• Message text: Order &1: Difference in item number (APO: &2 <-> R/3: &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF455 - Order &1: Difference in item number (APO: &2 <-> R/3: &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF455 indicates a discrepancy in the item number between the Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) system and the R/3 (now known as SAP ERP) system during the Core Interface (CIF) integration process. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch in the item numbers of a specific order between the two systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The item number in the APO system does not match the item number in the R/3 system for the same order. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual changes made in one of the systems that were not replicated in the other.
  Deletion or modification of items in one system without corresponding updates in the other.
  Incorrect configuration or mapping in the CIF settings.
  
  
  
  Order Creation: The order might have been created in one system and not properly transferred to the other, leading to discrepancies in item numbers.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (like material master or BOM) that are not synchronized between the two systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Numbers: Verify the item numbers in both the APO and R/3 systems for the specific order mentioned in the error message. Ensure that they match.
  
  
  Data Synchronization: If discrepancies are found, you may need to:
  
  Update the item number in the APO system to match the R/3 system or vice versa.
  Re-run the CIF transfer to ensure that all relevant data is synchronized.
  
  
  
  Review CIF Settings: Check the CIF configuration settings to ensure that the mapping of item numbers between the two systems is correctly set up.
  
  
  Master Data Consistency: Ensure that the master data (materials, BOMs, etc.) is consistent and synchronized between the two systems. You may need to use transaction codes like CIF or CIF1 to check and manage CIF settings.
  
  
  Error Logs: Review the CIF error logs for additional details that may help identify the root cause of the discrepancy.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CIF and APO integration for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CIF for CIF monitoring and /SAPAPO/OM for order management in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to CIF and APO integration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/CIF455 error message.