How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR643 - The conversion of external procurements has been terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 643

• Message text: The conversion of external procurements has been terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR643 - The conversion of external procurements has been terminated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR643 indicates that there was an issue with the conversion of external procurements in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during the planning process when the system encounters problems converting external procurement elements, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders, into the planning environment.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the external procurement, such as missing or incorrect material master data, vendor information, or purchasing info records.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system or in the integration between SAP ERP and APO can lead to this error.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material, vendor, or location) may not be available or may not be correctly maintained in the system.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be set up correctly or may not have the necessary data for the conversion process.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access or convert the external procurement data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify that all relevant master data (material, vendor, etc.) is correctly maintained and consistent across the systems. Use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master) and ME03 (Info Record) to check the data.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings in both SAP ERP and APO are correct. This includes checking the integration settings and ensuring that the necessary settings for external procurement are in place.
  Analyze Logs: Use transaction /SAPAPO/OM17 to analyze the logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the conversion process.
  Check Planning Version: Ensure that the planning version being used is correctly set up and contains the necessary data for the external procurement.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM17 for monitoring and analyzing planning runs, and SM21 for checking system logs.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO and external procurement processes to understand the expected behavior and configuration requirements.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.