How To Fix /SAPAPO/PRP189 - Report to establish consistency started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PRP -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Report to establish consistency started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP189 - Report to establish consistency started ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP189 indicates that a report to establish consistency has been started. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there are inconsistencies in the planning data, which can occur due to various reasons such as data corruption, incomplete data updates, or issues during data transfer processes.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The most common cause is inconsistencies in the planning data, which can arise from various operations such as data uploads, changes in master data, or issues during the planning run.
  System Errors: Errors during system processes, such as batch jobs or data transfers, can lead to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can also lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Run the Consistency Report: The message indicates that a report to establish consistency has been started. You should monitor the progress of this report. If it completes successfully, it should resolve the inconsistencies.
  
  You can manually run the consistency check using transaction /SAPAPO/PRP or similar transactions depending on your specific version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Logs: After the report has run, check the logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate specific issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the relevant planning areas to ensure that all necessary data is complete and correct. This may involve checking master data, transaction data, and configuration settings.
  
  
  Reprocess Data: If the report identifies specific inconsistencies, you may need to reprocess certain data or correct specific entries in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you encounter complex errors, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PRP for consistency checks and /SAPAPO/OM for order management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  System Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance and data consistency to prevent future occurrences of similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the /SAPAPO/PRP189 error and restore consistency in your SAP APO system.