How To Fix APO_BAPI040 - Char. evaluations for activities 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: 040

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

What causes this issue?

The characteristic valuations for the activities in order &v1&, type
&v2& are inconsistant 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_BAPI040 - Char. evaluations for activities from order &1 type &2 are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI040 indicates that there are inconsistencies in the characteristic evaluations for activities related to a specific order type in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters discrepancies in the data associated with the order, particularly in the context of characteristics and their values.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Characteristic Values: The characteristics assigned to the order may not match the expected values defined in the system. This can happen if the characteristics are not properly maintained or if there are changes in the master data that have not been reflected in the order.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: If the master data (like product master, resource master, etc.) is incomplete or incorrectly configured, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the configuration, inconsistencies may arise.
  Custom Logic or Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements that manipulate characteristic evaluations may introduce inconsistencies if not properly managed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Review the characteristic values assigned to the order and ensure they are consistent with the definitions in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the order in question and checking the characteristics tab.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product and resources is correctly maintained. Check for any missing characteristics or incorrect values.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CCMS or /SAPAPO/OM to perform consistency checks on the relevant data. This can help identify any discrepancies.
  Re-evaluate Characteristics: If necessary, re-evaluate the characteristics for the order. This may involve reassigning or correcting the characteristic values.
  Consult Documentation: Review any recent changes in configuration or enhancements that may have affected characteristic evaluations.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM for order management and /SAPAPO/CCMS for monitoring.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on APO and characteristic evaluations.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team to investigate further, as they can provide deeper insights into the system's configuration and data integrity.