How To Fix WRF_APC344 - Update scheduling for purchasing list item &1 (see longtext)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 344

• Message text: Update scheduling for purchasing list item &1 (see longtext)

What causes this issue?

The date line for purchasing list item &V1& is obsolete. The following
data is not consistent between the purchasing list item data and the
date line:
&V2&
&V3&
&V4&

System Response

The purchasing list item cannot be released unless the date line is
updated.

How to fix this error?

Go to the item data and call up the scheduling transaction to change the
date line.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC344 - Update scheduling for purchasing list item &1 (see longtext) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRF_APC344:
  
  SAP Error Message: WRF_APC344
  Text: Update scheduling for purchasing list item &1 (see longtext)
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the update or scheduling process of a purchasing list item in SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or related modules. The system is unable to update the scheduling data for the specified purchasing list item due to inconsistencies or missing data.
  Common causes include:
  
  The purchasing list item referenced does not exist or has been deleted.
  The scheduling data for the item is locked or currently being processed by another transaction.
  Inconsistencies in master data or transactional data related to the purchasing list item.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in the scheduling or planning parameters.
  Database update conflicts or authorization issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WRF_APC344 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Long Text:
  
  The message suggests looking at the long text for more details. In SAP, use transaction SE91 or check the message long text in the system to get more context.
  
  
  Verify Purchasing List Item:  
  
  Confirm that the purchasing list item number (&1) exists and is valid.
  Check if the item is locked or being processed by another user or job.
  
  
  
  Check Scheduling and Planning Data:  
  
  Review the scheduling parameters and ensure they are correctly maintained.
  Verify that the master data (material master, vendor master, purchasing info records) related to the item is consistent and complete.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks or Update Conflicts:  
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locked entries related to the purchasing list item.
  If locks exist, determine if they can be released safely.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:  
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations to update scheduling data.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Scheduling or Planning Job:  
  
  After resolving any data or lock issues, re-execute the scheduling or planning process.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:  
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for OSS Notes related to WRF_APC344 for any known bugs or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module: SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization), MM (Materials Management), or related SCM modules.
  Transactions to check:  
  
  SM12 (Lock Entries)  
  SE91 (Message Maintenance)  
  Planning transactions or reports related to purchasing list scheduling.
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Notes for any updates or bug fixes related to message WRF_APC344.
  
  
  Documentation:  
  
  Review SAP APO or MM scheduling and planning documentation for proper configuration and process flow.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.