How To Fix /MVA/AMR_PM_ERRORS018 - Object or characteristic &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMR_PM_ERRORS -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Object or characteristic &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMR_PM_ERRORS018 - Object or characteristic &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMR_PM_ERRORS018 indicates that there is an issue with an object or characteristic that is not allowed in the context where it is being used. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Master Data Management (MDM) when dealing with characteristics and objects in planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic/Object: The characteristic or object you are trying to use may not be valid for the specific planning scenario or context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain characteristics or objects.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may not meet the required criteria or constraints defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified characteristic or object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning scenario to ensure that the characteristic or object is allowed. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data being processed is valid and meets the necessary criteria. This may involve checking master data or transaction data for inconsistencies.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or object in question. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its context.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message 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.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.