How To Fix ATP_BOP_VDM007 - Sort attribute &1 is not valid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ATP_BOP_VDM -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Sort attribute &1 is not valid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ATP_BOP_VDM007 - Sort attribute &1 is not valid. ?

  The SAP error message ATP_BOP_VDM007, which states "Sort attribute &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where sorting attributes are used for planning and allocation processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the specified sort attribute.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Sort Attribute: The sort attribute specified in the planning or allocation process does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the data model that leads to the sort attribute being unrecognized.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or planning area, the sort attribute may have been removed or renamed.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect sort attribute name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sort Attribute Definition:
  
  Verify that the sort attribute specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant planning area or data model.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that the sort attributes are correctly set up. This can be done in transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/MC90 depending on your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct the Sort Attribute:
  
  If the sort attribute is invalid, either update it to a valid one or correct any typos in the attribute name.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid sort attributes for your specific planning area or process.
  
  
  
  Check for Recent Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the system (like upgrades or configuration changes), check if those changes might have affected the sort attributes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for configuration and monitoring in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ATP and sort attributes, as they may provide additional insights or patches for known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing practical solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.