How To Fix APB_FPM_CONF073 - Count Attribute &1 in General Settings is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CONF -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Count Attribute &1 in General Settings is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF073 - Count Attribute &1 in General Settings is not valid ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF073 indicates that there is an issue with a count attribute defined in the General Settings of a Floorplan Manager (FPM) application. This error typically arises when the specified count attribute is either not defined correctly or does not exist in the context of the application.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Count Attribute: The count attribute specified in the configuration does not exist or is incorrectly defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the FPM application settings, particularly in the General Settings section.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been changes to the underlying data model or database structure, the count attribute may no longer be valid.
  Transport Issues: If the application was transported from one system to another, the count attribute may not have been included or may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the FPM configuration for the application and verify the General Settings.
  Ensure that the count attribute specified is valid and exists in the data model.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  Check the underlying data model to ensure that the count attribute is defined correctly.
  If there have been changes to the data model, update the FPM configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  Correct Attribute Name:
  
  Ensure that the attribute name is spelled correctly and matches the definition in the data model.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including the count attribute, were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to FPM and the specific application you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the invalid count attribute.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on FPM configuration.
  FPM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Floorplan Manager for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the APB_FPM_CONF073 error in your SAP application.