How To Fix /SAPAPO/CONFR019 - Location-independent reference for product &1 is different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CONFR -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Location-independent reference for product &1 is different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR019 - Location-independent reference for product &1 is different ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR019 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the location-independent reference for a product in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically occurs when the system finds that the product's location-independent reference (which is a unique identifier for the product across different locations) does not match the expected value.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause is that the product master data has been changed or is inconsistent across different locations or systems.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the product or location in the APO system.
  Master Data Issues: Issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the product master or location master data.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Master Data: Verify the product master data for the affected product. Ensure that the location-independent reference is consistent across all relevant locations.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MDP or /SAPAPO/MDM to perform consistency checks on the master data.
  Recreate or Adjust Data: If inconsistencies are found, you may need to adjust or recreate the product master data to ensure that the location-independent reference is correct.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MDP for master data processing and /SAPAPO/MDM for master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on resolving similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on product master data management in APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/CONFR019 error message.