How To Fix WRF_APC211 - Purchasing list &1 could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Purchasing list &1 could not be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC211 - Purchasing list &1 could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_APC211 Purchasing list &1 could not be saved
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), specifically within the Supply Network Planning (SNP) or Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) modules when working with purchasing lists or procurement proposals.
  
  Cause
  
  Locking or authorization issues: The purchasing list (identified by &1) cannot be saved because it is locked by another user or process, or the current user does not have sufficient authorization to modify it.
  Data inconsistencies or incomplete data: The purchasing list might contain inconsistent or incomplete data that prevents it from being saved.
  System or database errors: Underlying system problems such as database locks, transport buffer issues, or temporary system inconsistencies.
  Incorrect or missing configuration: The system might be missing necessary customizing or master data required to save the purchasing list.
  Technical issues in the background job or user session: For example, a background job that generates or updates purchasing lists might have failed or been interrupted.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check for locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the purchasing list is locked.
  If locked by another user or process, coordinate to release the lock or wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Verify authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to create or change purchasing lists.
  Check roles and authorizations related to APO SNP or PP/DS.
  
  
  
  Review the purchasing list data:
  
  Check the purchasing list for any incomplete or inconsistent data.
  Correct any errors or missing information.
  
  
  
  Check system logs and dumps:
  
  Use SM21 (system log) and ST22 (short dumps) to identify any related system errors.
  Resolve any underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Re-run the planning or procurement proposal generation:
  
  Sometimes regenerating the purchasing list or procurement proposal can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Check customizing and master data:
  
  Verify that all necessary configuration for procurement and planning is correctly maintained.
  Check vendor master data, material master data, and source list.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WRF_APC211 for any known bugs or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  SM12 - Lock entries
  SM21 - System log
  ST22 - ABAP runtime errors (dumps)
  APO planning transactions such as /SAPAPO/SNP94 (SNP planning), /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Demand Planning), or /SAPAPO/PPDS transactions depending on context.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  APO SNP (Supply Network Planning)
  APO PP/DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling)
  MM (Materials Management) for purchasing and procurement integration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WRF_APC211 or purchasing list save errors.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, module, or scenario), I can help tailor the solution further.