How To Fix ATP_SUP_LOGIC038 - The core characteristic value 2 &1 is not valid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ATP_SUP_LOGIC - Messages for ATP Supply Protection Logic

• Message number: 038

• Message text: The core characteristic value 2 &1 is not valid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ATP_SUP_LOGIC038 - The core characteristic value 2 &1 is not valid. ?

  The SAP error message ATP_SUP_LOGIC038, which states "The core characteristic value 2 &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or when dealing with characteristics and variants in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid characteristic value for a specific core characteristic in the context of the ATP (Available to Promise) check.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The characteristic value being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the value may not have been created or activated in the relevant master data.
  Master Data Issues: The characteristic may not be properly defined in the material master or the configuration settings.
  Configuration Problems: There may be issues with the configuration of the product or variant, leading to the system not recognizing the characteristic value.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the different modules (e.g., between APO and ECC).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that the characteristic value being referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant characteristic in the SAP GUI and checking its values.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, including the characteristics and their values. You can check this in transaction MM03 (Display Material).
  Validate Configuration: If the material is a configurable product, check the configuration settings to ensure that all required characteristics and values are defined correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks between the different modules (e.g., between APO and ECC) to ensure that the data is synchronized and consistent.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to ATP and characteristic handling for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), CU50 (Configuration Profile), or C223 (Maintain Characteristics) to check and maintain characteristic values.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the ATP logic to identify where the invalid characteristic value is being referenced.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP APO or variant configuration.