How To Fix XC168 - Checkbox 'No Pur. Req. Creation from APO' is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XC - Message Class for Core Interface

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Checkbox 'No Pur. Req. Creation from APO' is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XC168 - Checkbox 'No Pur. Req. Creation from APO' is active ?

  The SAP error message XC168, which states "Checkbox 'No Pur. Req. Creation from APO' is active," typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the integration between SAP APO and SAP ERP systems, particularly regarding the creation of purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the checkbox "No Pur. Req. Creation from APO" is activated in the system settings. This setting prevents the automatic creation of purchase requisitions from the APO system. The reasons for this could include:
  
  Configuration Settings: The checkbox may have been intentionally activated in the configuration settings to prevent purchase requisition creation for specific materials or scenarios.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes may have led to the decision to disable automatic purchase requisition creation.
  Material Master Settings: The material master data may have settings that restrict the creation of purchase requisitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP APO and check if the checkbox "No Pur. Req. Creation from APO" is indeed activated.
  If it is not required for your business process, you can deactivate this checkbox.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master records for the affected materials to ensure that there are no settings that prevent purchase requisition creation.
  Ensure that the relevant procurement type is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  Discuss with the relevant stakeholders or business process owners to confirm whether the setting should remain active or if it can be deactivated based on current business needs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that purchase requisitions are being created as expected without any further issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to the configuration or material master settings for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration settings, MM03 for material master data, and MD04 for stock/requirements list.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Integration Settings: Review the integration settings between SAP APO and SAP ERP to ensure that they are correctly configured for your business processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP APO and ERP integration.