How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP409 - Characteristic &1 was removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP -

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Characteristic &1 was removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP409 - Characteristic &1 was removed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP409 Characteristic &1 was removed typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a characteristic that is required for a certain operation (like Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks) has been removed or is no longer available in the context of the planning or execution process.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Removal: The characteristic in question (denoted by &1) has been removed from the relevant master data or configuration settings. This could happen due to changes in the product master, planning book, or other related configurations.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrectly configured characteristics in the product master or planning book.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the planning book or product master, the characteristic may exist in one version but not in another.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the APO system, such as updates or migrations, may lead to the removal of certain characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify the product master data to ensure that the characteristic in question is correctly defined and available. If it has been removed, you may need to re-add it.
  Review Planning Books: Check the planning books and data views to ensure that the characteristic is included in the relevant planning book. If it is missing, you may need to modify the planning book to include it.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any discrepancies in the master data or configuration settings.
  Configuration Review: Review any recent changes made to the configuration of the APO system to determine if they may have inadvertently removed the characteristic.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your APO system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book maintenance) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for characteristic maintenance) to investigate and modify the relevant settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.