How To Fix /SAPAPO/CONFR018 - The reference for product &1 in location &2 is different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CONFR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The reference for product &1 in location &2 is different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR018 - The reference for product &1 in location &2 is different ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR018 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the reference product and the product in the specified location. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to perform a confirmation or planning operation.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The reference product (which is usually a product that is used as a template or standard) has different characteristics or settings compared to the product in the specified location.
  There may be differences in the master data, such as the product's configuration, planning parameters, or other attributes that are not aligned between the reference product and the product in the location.
  The product in the location may not be properly set up or may have been changed after the reference was established.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data: 
  
  Verify the master data for both the reference product and the product in the location. Ensure that they have consistent attributes, such as product type, planning strategy, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for both products. Look for any discrepancies in the planning parameters, such as lot sizes, safety stock levels, or other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Update Reference Product:
  
  If the reference product is outdated or incorrect, consider updating it to reflect the current settings of the product in the location.
  
  
  
  Reassign Reference:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reassign the reference product to ensure that it matches the product in the location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for product master data) or /SAPAPO/MD04 (for stock/requirements list) to investigate the details of the products involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in APO, especially those related to product planning and master data management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPAPO/CONFR018.