How To Fix WRF_APC_INB179 - Mapping purchasing data line &1 for POrg &2, PGroup &3, vendor &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC_INB - Messages for OAPC Inbound Processing

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Mapping purchasing data line &1 for POrg &2, PGroup &3, vendor &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC_INB179 - Mapping purchasing data line &1 for POrg &2, PGroup &3, vendor &4 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC_INB179
  
  Text: Mapping purchasing data line &1 for POrg &2, PGroup &3, vendor &4
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  This error typically occurs during the inbound processing of purchasing data in SAP, especially in scenarios involving Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) integration or when using the SAP APO CIF (Core Interface) for master data transfer.
  
  
  The message indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of purchasing data for a specific combination of:
  
  Purchasing Organization (&2)
  Purchasing Group (&3)
  Vendor (&4)
  Data line number (&1)
  
  
  
  The cause is usually one of the following:
  
  The purchasing data line in the inbound IDoc or data file cannot be mapped correctly to the corresponding SAP master data.
  Missing or inconsistent master data in SAP for the given purchasing organization, purchasing group, or vendor.
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration in the mapping tables or routines that handle the inbound data.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in the source system sending the data.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Inbound Data:
  
  Identify the exact data line (&1) causing the problem.
  Verify the purchasing organization (&2), purchasing group (&3), and vendor (&4) values in the inbound data.
  Ensure that these values are correct and consistent with SAP master data.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data in SAP:
  
  Check if the vendor exists in SAP and is valid for the given purchasing organization.
  Verify that the purchasing group is correctly maintained and assigned.
  Confirm that the purchasing organization is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping Configuration:
  
  Check the mapping tables or routines used for inbound processing.
  Ensure that the mapping logic correctly handles the combination of purchasing organization, purchasing group, and vendor.
  If custom mapping routines are used, debug or review the code for errors.
  
  
  
  Check CIF or Integration Settings (if applicable):
  
  If the data comes from SAP APO or another system via CIF, verify the CIF settings and filters.
  Ensure that the master data replication is complete and consistent.
  
  
  
  Correct the Source Data:
  
  If the source system sends incorrect or incomplete data, coordinate with the source system team to correct the data.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Inbound Data:
  
  After corrections, reprocess the inbound data or IDoc.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 / WE05 – To display and analyze IDocs.
  MM02 – To check vendor master data.
  SPRO – To check configuration for purchasing organizations and groups.
  CIF transactions (e.g., /SAPAPO/CIF_CUST) – For CIF monitoring and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to CIF and APO integration for known issues.
  Review SAP APO integration guides for master data replication.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  This error is common when integrating SAP ERP with SAP APO, where purchasing data must be consistent across systems.
  It can also occur during mass data uploads or vendor master data changes.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Mapping purchasing data line &1 for POrg &2, PGroup &3, vendor &4
  
  
  Cause
  Inbound purchasing data cannot be mapped due to missing/inconsistent master data or config
  
  
  Solution
  Verify inbound data, check master data, review mapping config, correct source data, reprocess
  
  
  Tools
  WE02/WE05 (IDoc), MM02 (Vendor), SPRO (Config), CIF transactions
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., transaction, integration scenario, or IDoc type), I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.