How To Fix WRF_APC536 - Action cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Action cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC536 - Action cancelled ?

  The SAP error message WRF_APC536: Action cancelled typically occurs in the context of APC (Availability and Production Confirmation) processes, often related to production order confirmations, capacity planning, or related functions in SAP PP (Production Planning) or SCM (Supply Chain Management).
  
  Cause
  
  Action cancelled usually means that the system has detected an inconsistency or a condition that prevents the requested action from completing.
  Common causes include:
  
  Data inconsistencies in production orders or confirmations.
  Missing or incorrect master data (e.g., work center, routing, BOM).
  Conflicts in capacity or scheduling (e.g., capacity overload, invalid dates).
  Authorization issues or user interruptions.
  System checks or validations failing during the confirmation or planning process.
  Locking conflicts or update failures in the database.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the detailed error log or long text of the message:
  
  Use transaction codes like COHV, CO02, or MF50 to review the production order or planning data.
  Look for additional messages or warnings that provide more context.
  
  
  
  Verify master data:
  
  Ensure that the work center, routing, and BOM are correctly maintained and active.
  Check capacity data and calendar assignments.
  
  
  
  Check order status and confirmations:
  
  Confirm that the production order is in a status that allows the intended action.
  Review any partial confirmations or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review system logs and dumps:
  
  Use SM21, ST22, or SM13 to check for system errors or update failures.
  
  
  
  Check user authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Retry the action:
  
  Sometimes, temporary locks or system issues cause cancellations. Retrying after some time or after resolving conflicts may help.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to message WRF_APC536.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Message Class: WRF_APC (related to Advanced Planning and Scheduling or Production Confirmation)
  Transactions involved: COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders), CO02 (Change Production Order), MF50 (Planning Table), MF60 (Capacity Planning)
  Modules: PP (Production Planning), SCM (Supply Chain Management), APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization)
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS Notes for specific fixes or explanations related to WRF_APC536.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal sections on Production Order Confirmation and Capacity Planning.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where the error occurs, I can help narrow down the cause and solution further.