How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT010 - Only characteristics with single values can be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Only characteristics with single values can be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT010 - Only characteristics with single values can be used ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT010 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics being used in a certain context, typically in the context of planning or configuration in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error specifically states that only characteristics with single values can be used, meaning that the system expects the characteristics to have a single value assigned rather than multiple values.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Values Assigned: The characteristic in question has been assigned multiple values, which is not allowed in the context where it is being used.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristics in the master data may not be set up correctly, allowing for multiple values when only single values are expected.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry or master data maintenance, multiple values may have been inadvertently assigned to a characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Review the characteristics being used in the planning or configuration process. Ensure that they are set to single values only. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data and checking the values assigned to the characteristics.
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Settings: If the characteristic is intended to have only single values, ensure that its configuration in the system reflects this. You may need to adjust the settings in the characteristic definition to restrict it to single values.
  
  
  Data Correction: If multiple values have been assigned incorrectly, you will need to correct this by either removing the extra values or reassigning the characteristic to ensure it only has a single value.
  
  
  Use of Characteristics: Ensure that the characteristics being used in the planning or configuration process are appropriate for the context. If a characteristic is meant to allow multiple values, consider whether it should be used in this specific scenario.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to manage characteristics in APO, as there may be additional context or constraints based on your specific implementation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP APO Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO to understand how characteristics are defined and used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your characteristics are configured correctly for use in SAP APO.