How To Fix X4218 - Phantom assembly (parent) for component &1 was not transferred from APO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: X4 - APO Core Interface: Interfaces for Manufacturing Orders

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Phantom assembly (parent) for component &1 was not transferred from APO

What causes this issue?

The phantom assembly (Parent) for component &V1& has not been
transferred from APO.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Further information:
The component is part of a phantom assembly.
Transferred component: &V1&
Transferred RSNUM : &V3&
Transferred RSPOS: &V4&
Transferred PARENTPOS: &V2&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message X4218 - Phantom assembly (parent) for component &1 was not transferred from APO ?

  The SAP error message X4218 indicates that a phantom assembly (parent) for a component was not transferred from Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) to the SAP ERP system. This error typically arises in scenarios where the integration between SAP APO and SAP ERP is not functioning as expected, particularly in the context of production planning and material requirements planning.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data in APO: The phantom assembly may not be defined correctly in APO, or it may not exist in the APO system.
  Integration Issues: There could be issues with the integration settings between APO and ERP, such as incorrect configuration or communication problems.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data for the phantom assembly or its components may not be properly maintained or synchronized between the two systems.
  Planning Version: The planning version used in APO may not be the one that is being referenced in ERP.
  Transport Issues: There may be issues with the transport of data from APO to ERP, such as failed jobs or incorrect settings in the data transfer process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check APO Configuration: Ensure that the phantom assembly is correctly defined in APO and that all necessary data is available.
  Verify Integration Settings: Review the integration settings between APO and ERP to ensure they are correctly configured. This includes checking the CIF (Core Interface) settings.
  Master Data Synchronization: Ensure that the material master data for both the phantom assembly and its components is consistent and correctly maintained in both systems.
  Check Planning Version: Verify that the correct planning version is being used in APO and that it aligns with what is expected in ERP.
  Monitor Data Transfer Jobs: Check the status of data transfer jobs between APO and ERP. Look for any errors or failed jobs that may need to be addressed.
  Re-run Data Transfer: If necessary, re-run the data transfer jobs to ensure that all relevant data is sent from APO to ERP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CIF (Core Interface): This is the interface used for data transfer between SAP APO and SAP ERP. Understanding CIF configuration and monitoring can help troubleshoot issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (to check the CIF model) and /SAPAPO/OM17 (to monitor the CIF queue).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO and ERP integration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the X4218 error and implement a solution to resolve it.