How To Fix JBP_DIST021 - Required standard selection characteristics have been added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBP_DIST - Messages for 'Distribution' Application

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Required standard selection characteristics have been added

What causes this issue?

The system requires the characteristics PALEDGER, PLIKZ, and VRGAR to
enable distribution (treasury offset) to select source segments.

System Response

The system adds characteristics that are required for the selection of
the source segments to the Customizing tables for "&V1&" distribution.
The system gives VRGAR the value "E".

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?

If you want to select segments that do not have activity type "E", you
must change the value of VRGAR.
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBP_DIST021 - Required standard selection characteristics have been added ?

  The SAP error message JBP_DIST021 indicates that required standard selection characteristics have been added to a specific process or configuration in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Joint Business Planning (JBP) or similar planning scenarios. This error typically arises when there are missing characteristics that are necessary for the planning process to function correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The planning scenario or configuration requires certain standard selection characteristics that have not been defined or are missing in the current setup.
  Configuration Changes: Recent changes in the configuration or updates to the planning model may have introduced new required characteristics that were not previously needed.
  Data Model Issues: The data model being used for planning may not align with the required characteristics, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the JBP_DIST021 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Required Characteristics:
  
  Check the documentation or configuration settings for the specific planning scenario to identify which standard selection characteristics are required.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Characteristics:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for configuration).
  Add the missing characteristics to the planning model or scenario as required.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings are correctly set up and that all necessary characteristics are included in the planning area or data model.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning scenario to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the planning process functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or community forums for additional guidance on the specific characteristics required for your planning scenario.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details of the error and the steps you have taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to Joint Business Planning and the specific planning model you are using to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the JBP_DIST021 error effectively.