How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP389 - &1 of &2 selected characteristics combinations were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP -

• Message number: 389

• Message text: &1 of &2 selected characteristics combinations were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP389 - &1 of &2 selected characteristics combinations were deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP389 indicates that a certain number of selected characteristic combinations have been deleted in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP. This error typically arises in scenarios involving the Availability Check (ATP) or when working with product master data that includes characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Characteristics: The error often occurs when certain characteristics that were previously defined for a product have been deleted or are no longer valid.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect characteristic values.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the product master or characteristics can lead to the deletion of certain combinations.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or during an upgrade, some characteristic combinations may not have been properly transferred.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definitions: Verify that all necessary characteristics are defined in the system and that they are active.
  Review Product Master Data: Go to the product master data and check the characteristics assigned to the product. Ensure that the combinations are valid and exist in the system.
  Recreate Deleted Combinations: If certain combinations have been deleted, you may need to recreate them manually or restore them from a backup if available.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the master data.
  Consult Change Logs: If applicable, check the change logs to see if any recent changes might have led to the deletion of the characteristic combinations.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it. If necessary, contact SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 (for checking product master data) or /SAPAPO/ATC (for checking ATP settings) to investigate further.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on APO and characteristic management for more detailed information on how to manage characteristics and their combinations.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.