How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT011 - Characteristics with a different value check cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Characteristics with a different value check cannot be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT011 - Characteristics with a different value check cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT011 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics of a material in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to use characteristics that have different values than what is expected or allowed in the context of the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Characteristic Values: The error typically arises when the characteristics of a material are not consistent with the expected values defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The material master data has been changed, and the new values do not match the existing planning data.
  There are conflicting values for the same characteristic across different planning objects (e.g., different versions of the same material).
  The characteristics are not properly defined in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: If you are working with different planning versions, the characteristics might be defined differently across those versions, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system or module (like SAP ECC), there might be discrepancies in the characteristic values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined and consistent with the planning data.
  
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the characteristics in APO and ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the allowed values and dependencies.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the planning data. This can often be done through transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or similar, depending on your specific setup.
  
  
  Update Planning Versions: If you are using multiple planning versions, ensure that the characteristics are consistent across those versions. You may need to update or synchronize the versions.
  
  
  Data Transfer Validation: If the data was transferred from another system, validate the transfer process to ensure that all characteristic values were correctly mapped and transferred.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book maintenance and /SAPAPO/CDPS for characteristic and value maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.