How To Fix AFWCH_DB301 - Use characteristics from previously active analysis structure in LM

AFWCH_DB301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_DB - Analyzer Framework: Data Basis (Charact., Structures, Segm.)

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Use characteristics from previously active analysis structure in LM

What causes this issue?

You want to deactivate an active analysis structure, or you want to
replace it with another analysis structure. In this case, the condition
for doing so would not be met. This condition specifies that all the
analysis characteristics used in Limit Management have to be contained
in an active analysis structure.

System Response

The activity was terminated. The analysis structure is still active.

How to fix this error?

First check the usage of characteristics in Limit Management.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWCH_DB301 - Use characteristics from previously active analysis structure in LM ?

  The SAP error message AFWCH_DB301 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of analysis structures. This error indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics being used in a planning or analysis scenario.
  
  Cause:
  The error message AFWCH_DB301 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Inactive Analysis Structure: The analysis structure you are trying to use may not be active or may have been changed, leading to inconsistencies with the characteristics that were previously defined.
  
  
  Mismatch of Characteristics: The characteristics you are trying to use may not match those defined in the currently active analysis structure. This can happen if the analysis structure has been modified or if you are trying to use characteristics from a different version.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the