How To Fix /SAPAPO/ABCCLASS140 - Planning level &1 does not contain any characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ABCCLASS -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Planning level &1 does not contain any characteristics

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ABCCLASS140 - Planning level &1 does not contain any characteristics ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ABCCLASS140 Planning level &1 does not contain any characteristics typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to execute a planning function or process that requires certain characteristics to be defined in the specified planning level, but those characteristics are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The planning level you are trying to use does not have any characteristics assigned to it. This can happen if the planning level was not properly configured or if the characteristics were removed or not included during the planning level setup.
  Incorrect Planning Level: You may be referencing a planning level that is not intended for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or master data that prevent the characteristics from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Level Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the planning level in the SAP APO system.
  Ensure that the planning level has the necessary characteristics assigned to it. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/PLNLEVEL).
  If characteristics are missing, add the required characteristics to the planning level.
  
  
  
  Validate Characteristics:
  
  Ensure that the characteristics you expect to be part of the planning level are correctly defined in the system.
  Check if the characteristics are active and properly configured in the master data.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Function:
  
  If you are executing a planning function, ensure that the function is compatible with the planning level you are using.
  Check the settings of the planning function to ensure it is set up to work with the correct planning level.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Planning Levels:
  
  If possible, try using a different planning level that is known to contain the required characteristics to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to planning levels and characteristics in APO for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PLNLEVEL for planning level configuration and /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  APO Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for best practices on setting up planning levels and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.