How To Fix WRF_APC_INB168 - Mapping descriptions for purchasing list &1 (PLID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC_INB - Messages for OAPC Inbound Processing

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Mapping descriptions for purchasing list &1 (PLID &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC_INB168 - Mapping descriptions for purchasing list &1 (PLID &2) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC_INB168
  
  Text: Mapping descriptions for purchasing list &1 (PLID &2)
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) integration or inbound processing when the system tries to map descriptions for a purchasing list (PLID) but fails due to missing or incorrect mapping entries.
  
  The purchasing list ID (&1) with PLID (&2) does not have the required mapping descriptions maintained in the system.
  This can happen if the inbound data contains references to purchasing lists that are not properly configured or if the mapping tables for descriptions are incomplete or inconsistent.
  It may also occur if the integration model or CIF (Core Interface) settings are not correctly maintained, leading to missing master data or mapping information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mapping Tables:
  
  Verify that the mapping descriptions for the purchasing list ID (&1) and PLID (&2) exist in the relevant mapping tables.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OMIM (Integration Model Monitor) or check the customizing for mapping descriptions.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Descriptions:
  
  If the mapping descriptions are missing, maintain them in the system.
  This can be done via customizing or master data maintenance transactions depending on your APO version and setup.
  
  
  
  Verify CIF Settings:
  
  Ensure that the CIF integration model includes the purchasing list and related master data.
  Re-distribute or re-transfer the master data if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Inbound Data:
  
  Validate the inbound data for correctness and completeness.
  Make sure the purchasing list IDs referenced in the inbound data exist and are correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WRF_APC_INB168 for any patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  /SAPAPO/OMIM - Integration Model Monitor
  /SAPAPO/SDP94 - CIF Monitor
  SPRO - Customizing for APO integration and mapping
  
  
  
  Modules:
  
  SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization)
  SAP ECC (if integration is involved)
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Integration between SAP ECC and APO where purchasing lists are transferred via CIF.
  Master data synchronization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRF_APC_INB168.
  Review APO integration guides for master data mapping.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more specific steps.