How To Fix APO_BAPI_SPP122 - Characteristics value combination ID &1: Location unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI_SPP - Messages in SPP BAPIs

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Characteristics value combination ID &1: Location unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI_SPP122 - Characteristics value combination ID &1: Location unknown ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI_SPP122 with the description "Characteristics value combination ID &1: Location unknown" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with Supply Network Planning (SNP) or Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS). This error indicates that the system cannot find a specific location associated with the characteristics value combination ID provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Data: The location associated with the characteristics value combination ID does not exist in the system or is not properly defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristics or the value combinations may not be correctly configured in the APO system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the location not being activated or not being part of the planning area.
  Transport Issues: If the data was recently transported from another system, there may be missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Verify that the location associated with the characteristics value combination ID exists in the system.
  Ensure that the location is active and correctly configured in the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristics Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the characteristics and value combinations in the APO system.
  Ensure that the characteristics are correctly assigned to the relevant planning objects.
  
  
  
  Validate Planning Area:
  
  Ensure that the location is included in the planning area you are working with.
  Check if the location is part of the relevant planning book and that it is activated.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any discrepancies in master data.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP95 to analyze and correct any issues.
  
  
  
  Transport and Data Load:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or missing objects.
  Ensure that all necessary data has been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book analysis) and /SAPAPO/SDP95 (for planning area analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the APO_BAPI_SPP122 error message.