How To Fix AP305 - Characteristic for partner function not selected for report.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Characteristic for partner function not selected for report.

What causes this issue?

You selected the characteristic for partner in the current report
without selecting the characteristic for the partner function. This is
not allowed, since the partner is always related to a partner function.

System Response

The report is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Select the characteristic for partner function in the report.
However, it is also important to remember that the partner function
also has to be specified as unique. Therefore, you should make sure
that the partner function was already specified in the report (using
'limit characteristics') or can be entered on the selection screen (by
defining a variable for this characteristic). If the second of these is
the case (the partner function can be entered on the selection screen)
then you have to enter the partner function on the report selection
screen in order to avoid errors when the report is run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP305 - Characteristic for partner function not selected for report. ?

  The SAP error message AP305 ("Characteristic for partner function not selected for report") typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction processes where specific partner functions are expected to be included in the report but have not been selected or configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The partner function characteristic may not be configured in the report settings or in the relevant data model.
  Selection Criteria: The report may not have the necessary selection criteria set up to include the partner function.
  Data Model Issues: The underlying data model may not support the partner function being requested.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the partner function data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Report Configuration:
  
  Go to the report configuration settings and ensure that the partner function characteristic is selected.
  If you are using a custom report, check the underlying query or data source to ensure that the partner function is included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria for the report and ensure that the partner function is included in the selection options.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  If you are using a data model (like InfoObjects in BW), ensure that the partner function is defined and available in the data model.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the partner function data. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the report you are working with, as there may be additional settings or configurations required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SQ01/SQ02 (Query Management) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AP305 error and implement a solution to resolve it.