How To Fix APO_BAPI221 - Char. selection by req. element only possible for individual values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Char. selection by req. element only possible for individual values

What causes this issue?

You have made a selection by characteristics (configuration) for
requirements elements (INPUT nodes). Selections by ranges are also
contained in the selection data. However, for requirements elements only
a selection by individual values (for example, value = 1) is possible,
not by ranges (for example, 1 <= value <= 100).

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?

Change the selection data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI221 - Char. selection by req. element only possible for individual values ?

  The SAP error message "APO_BAPI221 Char. selection by req. element only possible for individual values" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to use a characteristic selection that is not allowed for the specific operation you are performing. This error indicates that the system expects individual values for the characteristic selection, but you may be trying to use a range or multiple values.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Selection: The error arises when you attempt to select characteristics in a way that is not supported by the BAPI or function module you are using. For example, if you are trying to filter data using a range of values (e.g., from A to Z) instead of specifying individual values (e.g., A, B, C).
  BAPI Limitations: Some BAPIs or function modules in APO are designed to work with individual values for certain parameters, and using ranges or multiple selections can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Individual Values: Modify your selection criteria to use individual values instead of ranges. For example, if you are trying to select characteristics for a material, specify each material individually rather than using a range.
  Check BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI or function module you are using to understand the expected input parameters and their limitations.
  Debugging: If you are developing a custom program or report, use debugging tools to inspect the values being passed to the BAPI. Ensure that the values conform to the expected format.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional guidance on the specific BAPI you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Look for the official SAP documentation for the BAPI you are using to understand its parameters and constraints.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By ensuring that you are using individual values for characteristic selection and adhering to the constraints of the BAPI, you should be able to resolve this error.