How To Fix XC185 - No data relevant to CIF transfer was found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XC - Message Class for Core Interface

• Message number: 185

• Message text: No data relevant to CIF transfer was found

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

No data is transferred to SAP APO for this C

How to fix this error?

Check that the C
complete.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XC185 - No data relevant to CIF transfer was found ?

  The SAP error message XC185 "No data relevant to CIF transfer was found" typically occurs in the context of the Core Interface (CIF) when there is an attempt to transfer data between SAP systems, such as between an SAP ERP system and SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization). This error indicates that there is no relevant data available for the transfer process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like materials, vendors, or customers) may not exist in the system or may not be properly maintained.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the CIF transfer may not match any existing data. This can happen if filters are too restrictive.
  Data Not Activated: The relevant data may not be activated for CIF transfer. For example, if a material is not marked for CIF transfer, it won't be included.
  CIF Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CIF setup that prevent data from being transferred.
  Data Status: The data might be in a status that does not allow it to be transferred (e.g., inactive or blocked).
  Synchronization Issues: There may be synchronization issues between the systems, leading to data not being available for transfer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the necessary master data exists and is correctly maintained in both the ERP and APO systems.
  Review Selection Criteria: Verify the selection criteria used for the CIF transfer. Adjust them if they are too restrictive or incorrect.
  Activate Data for CIF: Make sure that the relevant data is activated for CIF transfer. This can be done in the respective master data maintenance transactions.
  CIF Configuration Review: Check the CIF configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly set up for the data you are trying to transfer.
  Data Status Check: Review the status of the data in question to ensure it is active and not blocked.
  Run CIF Monitoring: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CIFMON to monitor CIF activities and identify any issues in the transfer process.
  Check Logs: Review the CIF logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CIF for CIF settings and /SAPAPO/CIFMON for monitoring CIF transfers.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for CIF configuration and troubleshooting guides.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to CIF transfers and the XC185 error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the XC185 error and implement a solution to resolve it.