How To Fix /SAPAPO/SALES603 - Information missing in preceding document &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SALES -

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Information missing in preceding document &1, item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SALES603 - Information missing in preceding document &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SALES603 indicates that there is missing information in a preceding document related to a sales order or a similar transaction in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system expects certain data to be present in a preceding document (like a sales order, delivery, or another related document) but cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the required information (such as customer data, material data, or other relevant details) is not present in the preceding document.
  Document Flow Issues: There may be issues with the document flow where the preceding document has not been created or has been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the documents, such as mismatched item numbers or missing references.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the APO system or integration issues between SAP ERP and APO can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Preceding Document: Review the preceding document (e.g., sales order, delivery) to ensure that all required information is present and correctly entered.
  Document Flow Verification: Ensure that the document flow is intact and that the preceding document has been created successfully.
  Data Consistency Check: Verify that the data in the preceding document matches the expected format and values required by the APO system.
  Recreate Document: If the preceding document is missing or corrupted, consider recreating it to ensure all necessary information is included.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in both SAP ERP and APO to ensure they are set up correctly for the integration and data flow.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check the details of the preceding documents.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant document numbers.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO and sales order processing for additional context on data requirements and document flow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.