How To Fix WRF_APC639 - Purchasing list &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Purchasing list &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC639 - Purchasing list &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WRF_APC639 related to the Purchasing list &1:
  
  SAP Error Message: WRF_APC639
  Message Text: Purchasing list &1
  
  1. Cause
  The error message WRF_APC639 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules, particularly when dealing with purchasing lists or purchase requisitions.
  
  The message indicates an issue related to the Purchasing list identified by the placeholder &1 (which will be replaced by the actual purchasing list number or identifier).
  The cause can vary but often includes:
  
  The purchasing list referenced does not exist or is not found in the system.
  The purchasing list is locked or currently being processed by another user or process.
  Data inconsistencies or missing master data related to the purchasing list.
  Authorization issues preventing access to the purchasing list.
  Integration or communication errors between APO and ERP systems when transferring purchasing data.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WRF_APC639 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Purchasing List Existence:
  
  Check if the purchasing list number referenced in the message actually exists in the system. Use transaction codes like ME5A (Purchase Requisitions) or relevant APO transactions to display the purchasing list.
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Ensure the purchasing list is not locked by another user or process. Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on the purchasing list object.
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Validate the master data related to the purchasing list, such as vendor master, material master, and purchasing info records. Correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that the user or process triggering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the purchasing list.
  
  
  Integration Monitoring:
  
  If the purchasing list is transferred between APO and ERP, check the CIF (Core Interface) queues and logs for errors. Use transactions like CIF Monitor (CFM1, CFM2) or SMQ1/SMQ2 for outbound/inbound queues.
  
  
  Reprocessing:
  
  If the error occurred during a background job or integration process, try reprocessing the purchasing list or the relevant job after resolving the above issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WRF_APC639 for any known bugs or patches. If unresolved, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the purchasing list number and detailed logs.
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transactions to Check Purchasing Lists:  
  
  ME5A – Display Purchase Requisitions  
  ME53N – Display Purchase Requisition  
  ME2L – Purchase Orders by Vendor  
  APO transactions related to purchasing lists or planning.
  
  
  
  Lock Monitoring:  
  
  SM12 – Display and delete locks
  
  
  
  Integration Monitoring:  
  
  CFM1/CFM2 – CIF Monitor  
  SMQ1/SMQ2 – Outbound/Inbound queues
  
  
  
  Authorization Checks:  
  
  SU53 – Display authorization check analysis  
  PFCG – Role maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Search SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes referencing WRF_APC639 or purchasing list errors.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact purchasing list number or the context in which the error occurs (e.g., during planning run, purchase requisition creation, or integration), I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.