How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP010 - Characteristic or field &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Characteristic or field &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP010 - Characteristic or field &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP010 indicates that a characteristic or field specified in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) is unknown or not recognized by the system. This error typically arises in scenarios involving the use of characteristics in the context of Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks or during the configuration of planning objects.
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: The characteristic name or field might have been misspelled or incorrectly entered.
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic may not be defined in the system or is not part of the relevant planning object.
  Data Model Issues: The characteristic might not be included in the data model for the specific planning area or is not activated.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the characteristic may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Mismatch: The characteristic may exist in one version of the system but not in another, especially in systems that have been upgraded or patched.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify the spelling and ensure that the characteristic name is correct.
  Define the Characteristic: If the characteristic is indeed missing, you may need to create it in the relevant configuration settings (e.g., in the characteristics configuration in APO).
  Activate the Characteristic: Ensure that the characteristic is activated in the relevant planning area or data model.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning area configuration) or /SAPAPO/CTC (for characteristic configuration) to check and modify the settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or function module that triggers this error to get more insights into why the characteristic is not recognized.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further assistance.