How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES420 - &1: Input value &2 is not valid for characteristics &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 420

• Message text: &1: Input value &2 is not valid for characteristics &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES420 - &1: Input value &2 is not valid for characteristics &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES420 &1: Input value &2 is not valid for characteristics &3 typically indicates that there is an issue with the input value provided for a specific characteristic in a planning or forecasting scenario. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Value: The value provided for the characteristic does not match the expected format or range defined in the master data or configuration.
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic may not have been properly defined in the master data, or the value does not exist in the allowed values for that characteristic.
  Data Type Mismatch: The input value may not be of the correct data type (e.g., a string instead of a number).
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may have specific constraints or dependencies that are not being met by the input value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Verify that the input value for the characteristic is correct and adheres to the expected format and range. Ensure that it is a valid entry.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the characteristic is properly defined in the master data. Check if the value you are trying to input exists in the allowed values for that characteristic.
  Data Type Verification: Confirm that the data type of the input value matches the expected data type for the characteristic.
  Consult Characteristic Configuration: Review the configuration of the characteristic to see if there are any specific rules or constraints that need to be followed.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs or error logs for more detailed information about the error, which may provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  Testing: If possible, test with different valid values to see if the error persists, which can help isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP IBP or SAP APO) for detailed information on characteristics and their configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Support Tickets: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved, consider raising a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.