How To Fix WRF_APC_INB184 - Supplementary Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial and not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC_INB - Messages for OAPC Inbound Processing

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Supplementary Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial and not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC_INB184 - Supplementary Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial and not supported ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC_INB184: Supplementary Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial and not supported
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), specifically within the Demand Planning or Supply Network Planning modules when working with CIF (Core Interface) or integration scenarios.
  
  The message indicates that a supplementary field (custom or additional field) of a particular structure is not initial (i.e., it contains data) but this field is not supported by the standard CIF or integration process.
  In other words, the system encountered a field that it does not know how to handle because it is not part of the standard data model or the custom field is not properly configured for transfer.
  This often happens when custom fields are added to master data or transactional data structures but the integration or CIF settings have not been updated to support these fields.
  
  
  Typical Causes:
  
  Custom fields added to standard structures (e.g., /SAPAPO/ or /SAPAPO/CIF structures) but not properly maintained in CIF or integration customizing.
  Supplementary fields contain data, but the integration scenario or the receiver system does not recognize or support these fields.
  Missing or incorrect field mapping or enhancement implementation for custom fields in CIF.
  The system expects these fields to be initial (empty) if they are not supported, but they contain values.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the custom fields:
  
  Identify which supplementary field (&1) and structure (&2) are causing the issue.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to inspect the structure and field.
  
  
  
  Review CIF Customizing:
  
  Go to CIF customizing (/SAPAPO/CIF_CUST or via IMG path: SAP APO ? CIF ? Customizing).
  Check if the supplementary field is included in the CIF transfer model.
  If the field is custom and should be transferred, add it properly to the CIF model and maintain the field mapping.
  
  
  
  Enhance CIF or Integration Logic:
  
  Implement or adjust user exits or BAdIs related to CIF to handle the supplementary field.
  For example, BAdI /SAPAPO/CIF_ENHANCEMENT can be used to enhance CIF data transfer.
  
  
  
  Clear or Initialize the Field:
  
  If the field is not needed or not supported, ensure it is initial (empty) before the CIF transfer.
  This might require adjusting the data source or the logic that fills this field.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Search SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  Apply relevant SAP Notes or patches if available.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is a safeguard to prevent transferring unsupported or unexpected data fields that could cause inconsistencies or errors in the target system.
  Proper CIF modeling and field mapping are crucial when extending standard APO data structures.
  Always test changes in a development or sandbox environment before moving to production.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Supplementary field of a structure is not initial and not supported
  
  
  Cause
  Custom field contains data but is not supported in CIF/integration
  
  
  Solution
  Add field to CIF model, map it properly, enhance CIF logic, or clear the field if unused
  
  
  Tools
  SE11, CIF Customizing, BAdI /SAPAPO/CIF_ENHANCEMENT, SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact field and structure names (values of &1 and &2), I can help you with more specific guidance.