How To Fix WRF_APC_INB108 - Internal error accessing purchasing list &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC_INB - Messages for OAPC Inbound Processing

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Internal error accessing purchasing list &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC_INB108 - Internal error accessing purchasing list &1 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_APC_INB108 Internal error accessing purchasing list &1
  typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) integration with SAP ERP, specifically related to the procurement or purchasing list access.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates an internal problem when accessing the purchasing list in the backend system.
  It usually happens due to inconsistencies or missing data in the purchasing info records, purchase requisitions, or purchase orders.
  It can also be caused by authorization issues, incorrect configuration, or communication problems between APO and ERP systems.
  Sometimes, the error arises when the system tries to read a purchasing list that is empty, locked, or corrupted.
  The placeholder &1 in the message typically contains additional information such as the name or ID of the purchasing list or object that caused the error.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the detailed error log:
  
  Look into the application log (transaction SLG1) or ST22 dumps for more detailed information about the error.
  Identify the exact purchasing list or object causing the problem.
  
  
  
  Verify the purchasing list data:
  
  Use transactions like ME5A (Purchase Requisition List), ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor), or ME1L (Info Records per Vendor) to check the relevant purchasing data.
  Ensure that the purchasing list exists and is not locked or deleted.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or background job running the process has the necessary authorizations to access purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Check integration and configuration:
  
  Review the integration settings between APO and ERP, especially the CIF (Core Interface) settings.
  Ensure that the relevant master data and transactional data are properly replicated and consistent.
  
  
  
  Recreate or refresh the purchasing list:
  
  If the purchasing list is corrupted or inconsistent, try to recreate or refresh it.
  For example, re-execute the planning run or re-import the purchasing data.
  
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the component (e.g., SCM-APO-PUR).
  Apply any relevant corrections or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Component: SCM-APO (Supply Chain Management - Advanced Planning and Optimization)
  Transactions to check:
  
  SLG1 (Application Log)
  ST22 (Dump Analysis)
  ME5A, ME2L, ME1L (Purchasing documents)
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WRF_APC_INB108 or purchasing list errors.
  
  
  Integration:
  
  The error often appears during CIF data transfer or planning runs involving purchasing data.
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  M_EINK_FRG (Release of Purchasing Documents)
  M_EINK_BSA (Purchasing Document Types)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact value of &1 or the context in which the error occurs (e.g., during planning run, CIF transfer, or report execution), more precise troubleshooting steps can be suggested.