How To Fix /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG196 - Templ.&1 (&2): Characteristic OBJTYP_CD (&3) is not relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG -

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Templ.&1 (&2): Characteristic OBJTYP_CD (&3) is not relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG196 - Templ.&1 (&2): Characteristic OBJTYP_CD (&3) is not relevant ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG196 indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic in the context of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or a similar module. The message states that the characteristic OBJTYP_CD is not relevant for the specified template and characteristic combination.
  Cause:
  
  Irrelevant Characteristic: The characteristic OBJTYP_CD is not defined as relevant for the specific template you are working with. This could be due to configuration settings in the system where certain characteristics are not included in the template.
  Template Configuration: The template you are using may not have been set up to include the characteristic OBJTYP_CD, or it may have been excluded intentionally.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or the way characteristics are defined and used in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Template Configuration: Review the configuration of the template you are using. Ensure that the characteristic OBJTYP_CD is included in the template settings. You may need to modify the template to include this characteristic if it is necessary for your process.
  Review Characteristic Relevance: Verify the relevance of the characteristic OBJTYP_CD in the context of your business process. If it is not needed, you may consider removing references to it in your data processing or reporting.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., IBP, PM) to understand the expected characteristics and their relevance.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on how to handle it.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can share their solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the configuration and use of templates are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.