How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP037 - Special sorting does not exist for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Special sorting does not exist for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP037 - Special sorting does not exist for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP037 indicates that there is an issue with the special sorting for a characteristic in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically in the context of Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks or similar functionalities. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a defined sorting sequence for a specific characteristic that is required for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Special Sorting Definition: The characteristic mentioned in the error message (&1) does not have a special sorting sequence defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the APO system where the sorting criteria for the characteristic have not been set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the absence of the required sorting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Special Sorting:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP APO system.
  Navigate to the relevant area where you can define special sorting for characteristics (usually under the "Product" or "Characteristic" settings).
  Create or modify the special sorting for the characteristic that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the characteristic in question to ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Ensure that the characteristic is properly assigned to the relevant planning object or product.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Check the master data associated with the characteristic to ensure that it is complete and consistent.
  If necessary, update or correct the master data to align with the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up special sorting for characteristics in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning board) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for configuration) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP APO expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP037 and ensure that the special sorting for the characteristic is properly defined in your SAP APO system.