How To Fix WRF_APC679 - Enter a presentation date or a purchasing list number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Enter a presentation date or a purchasing list number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC679 - Enter a presentation date or a purchasing list number ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_APC679 – Enter a presentation date or a purchasing list number
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system expects either a presentation date or a purchasing list number to be entered in a particular transaction or screen, but neither has been provided by the user. The system requires at least one of these fields to proceed with the process, typically in scenarios related to purchasing, invoice verification, or contract processing where the presentation date or purchasing list number is mandatory for validation or further processing.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During invoice verification or posting when referencing purchasing documents.
  When processing purchasing info records or contracts that require a presentation date or purchasing list number.
  In scenarios involving scheduling agreements or delivery schedules where the system needs a date or list number to identify the relevant purchasing document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Presentation Date:
  
  Provide a valid presentation date in the required field. This date usually represents when the invoice or document is presented or processed.
  
  
  Enter the Purchasing List Number:
  
  Alternatively, enter the purchasing list number if available. This number identifies the relevant purchasing document or list that the system needs to reference.
  
  
  Check the Transaction Screen:
  
  Verify which field is mandatory in the current context and ensure that at least one of these fields is filled.
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  If the error persists despite entering the required data, check the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) related to purchasing document types, invoice verification, or contract processing to ensure that the system settings align with business requirements.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes, this error might be linked to specific SAP versions or patches. Searching the SAP Support Portal for the message number or related keywords might provide additional notes or fixes.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Message Class: WRF_APC  
  Message Number: 679  
  This message is part of the validation checks in the purchasing and invoice verification modules.
  Ensuring correct data entry in purchasing documents and invoice processing screens is crucial to avoid this error.
  If you are unsure about the correct presentation date or purchasing list number, consult your purchasing or finance department.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can give more tailored guidance.