How To Fix APO_BAPI039 - Char. evaluations for OUTPUT nodes from order &1 type &2 are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Char. evaluations for OUTPUT nodes from order &1 type &2 are inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The characteristic evaluations for the OUTPUT nodes of the order &v1&,
type &v2& are inconsistent and therefore will not be transferred.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI039 - Char. evaluations for OUTPUT nodes from order &1 type &2 are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI039 indicates that there are inconsistencies in the character evaluations for output nodes related to a specific order type in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there are discrepancies in the data that is being processed, particularly in the context of order management and planning.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The error often occurs when the character evaluations for output nodes (like production orders, purchase orders, etc.) do not match the expected values. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect configuration settings for the order type.
  Data inconsistencies in the master data (like material master, BOM, routing, etc.).
  Changes in the configuration that have not been properly updated in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Output Node Configuration: If the output nodes are not correctly defined or if there are changes in the output node structure that have not been reflected in the order type settings.
  
  
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom enhancements or developments that manipulate the output nodes, they may not be handling the data correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the order type in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary settings for character evaluations and output nodes are correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the order. This includes:
  
  Verifying the material master data.
  Checking the BOM and routing for the relevant materials.
  Ensuring that all necessary data is available and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Output Node Settings: Go through the output node settings to ensure they are correctly defined and aligned with the order type. Make sure that any changes made to the output nodes are reflected in the order type configuration.
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code: If there are custom developments involved, debug the code to identify any issues that may be causing the inconsistency. Ensure that the custom logic adheres to the expected data structure.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/ORDR for order management or /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking the consistency of master data.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO to understand the configuration settings related to order types and output nodes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.