How To Fix WRF_APC689 - Some PL items have been skipped because they cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Some PL items have been skipped because they cannot be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC689 - Some PL items have been skipped because they cannot be displayed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC689: Some PL items have been skipped because they cannot be displayed
  
  Cause:
  This message typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle (PL) or Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APC) components in SAP, especially when dealing with production orders, process orders, or planning lists.
  
  The system tries to display certain PL (Process List or Production List) items, but some of these items cannot be displayed due to missing or inconsistent master data or configuration.
  Common reasons include:
  
  The material master or BOM (Bill of Materials) for the item is incomplete or missing.
  The routing or recipe for the process step is not maintained or is inconsistent.
  The user does not have the necessary authorization to view certain items.
  The item is linked to a phantom or non-displayed component.
  The item is flagged as deleted or inactive in the system.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in the planning list or production order.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data for the skipped items is complete and active.
  Ensure that the BOM and routing/recipe for these materials are correctly maintained and valid.
  
  
  
  Review Planning List or Order Data:
  
  Check the planning list or production order for inconsistencies or missing data.
  Look for any items marked as deleted or flagged for exclusion.
  
  
  
  Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to view all items in the planning list or production order.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages related to the skipped items.
  Use debugging or trace tools if necessary to identify the exact cause.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address known bugs or issues related to WRF_APC689.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed information about the affected items and system environment.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is informational and warns that some items are not shown, which might affect planning or order processing.
  It does not necessarily indicate a system error, but rather a data or configuration issue.
  The message is often seen in transactions related to production planning, process orders, or advanced planning (e.g., transaction codes like COHV, MF50, or APC planning transactions).
  Ensuring data consistency and completeness in master data and BOM/routing is critical for smooth operation.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this message appears, I can help with more targeted advice.