How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR642 - &1 external procurements were converted successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 642

• Message text: &1 external procurements were converted successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR642 - &1 external procurements were converted successfully ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR642 typically indicates that there was an issue with the conversion of external procurements in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. The message states that a certain number of external procurements were converted successfully, but it may also imply that there were some that were not converted or that there were issues during the process.
  Cause:
  
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the procurement documents or master data that prevent successful conversion.
  Configuration Problems: The settings in the APO system may not be correctly configured to handle the external procurement processes.
  Integration Issues: There could be problems with the integration between the SAP ERP and APO systems, leading to data not being transferred correctly.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or constraints may not be met, causing the conversion to fail for specific procurements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Logs: Review the detailed logs for the conversion process to identify which specific procurements failed and why.
  Data Validation: Ensure that all necessary data for the external procurements is complete and accurate. This includes checking material master data, vendor information, and any relevant configuration settings.
  Configuration Review: Verify that the APO settings for external procurement are correctly configured. This may involve checking the planning area settings, key figures, and any relevant planning books.
  Integration Check: Ensure that the integration between SAP ERP and APO is functioning correctly. This may involve checking the CIF (Core Interface) settings and ensuring that data is being transferred as expected.
  Business Rules Compliance: Review any business rules that may apply to the external procurements and ensure that they are being adhered to.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 to monitor and manage external procurement processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring and troubleshooting external procurement in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any logs you have reviewed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.