How To Fix AD013 - &:Data type missing (value maintenance is not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: &:Data type missing (value maintenance is not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD013 - &:Data type missing (value maintenance is not possible) ?

  The SAP error message AD013, which states "Data type missing (value maintenance is not possible)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of a characteristic or a value in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Variant Configuration (VC).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Type: The error indicates that a required data type for a characteristic is not defined. This can happen if the characteristic is not properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the characteristic is set up incorrectly or if there are inconsistencies in the configuration, it may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary objects, this error may occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the values for the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) and check the configuration of the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the data type is defined correctly and that all necessary attributes are set.
  
  
  
  Define Data Type:
  
  If the data type is missing, you may need to create or assign a data type to the characteristic. This can be done in the same transaction (CT04).
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the values for the characteristic. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  CT03: Display characteristic
  SU53: Authorization check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on characteristics and data types in the context of your specific SAP module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AD013 error in your SAP system.