How To Fix WRF_APC_INB116 - Your settings do not allow to create purchasing lists with a sequence no.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC_INB - Messages for OAPC Inbound Processing

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Your settings do not allow to create purchasing lists with a sequence no.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC_INB116 - Your settings do not allow to create purchasing lists with a sequence no. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_APC_INB116
  
  Text: Your settings do not allow to create purchasing lists with a sequence no.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the current system or user settings do not permit the creation of purchasing lists that include a sequence number. In SAP, purchasing lists (such as source lists or scheduling agreements) can be configured to require or not require sequence numbers for line items or entries. If the system or customizing settings restrict the use of sequence numbers, attempting to create or maintain purchasing lists with sequence numbers will trigger this error.
  Typically, this is related to the configuration in the Inventory Management or Purchasing module, where the use of sequence numbers in purchasing documents is controlled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the system settings to allow the creation of purchasing lists with sequence numbers. This usually involves:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Source List or relevant purchasing list settings.
  Look for settings related to the use of sequence numbers in purchasing lists.
  Enable or activate the option that allows sequence numbers.
  
  
  
  Check User or Authorization Settings:
  
  Verify if the user has the necessary authorizations to create purchasing lists with sequence numbers.
  Adjust roles or authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type or Item Category Settings:
  
  Sometimes, the document type or item category settings restrict sequence number usage.
  Review and adjust these settings if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WRF_APC_INB116 for any patches or additional instructions.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Purchasing Lists: These are used to specify preferred sources of supply for materials over a period.
  
  
  Sequence Numbers: Used to maintain the order of entries or line items in purchasing documents.
  
  
  Configuration Path:
  
  SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Source List ? Define Source List
  
  or
  
  SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Scheduling Agreement (depending on the document type).
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check if the user has authorization for object M_EINK_BUCH (Purchasing Document) or related objects.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_APC_INB116 indicates that the system settings currently do not permit creating purchasing lists with sequence numbers. Adjusting the customizing settings in SAP to allow sequence numbers in purchasing lists, ensuring proper user authorizations, and verifying document type configurations will resolve the issue.