How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ008 - Field selection for chart & is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Field selection for chart & is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ008 - Field selection for chart & is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ008 Field selection for chart & is empty typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the configuration of the field selection for a specific chart or report. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any fields defined for the specified chart, which can prevent the chart from being displayed or used properly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The field selection for the specified chart has not been configured or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Chart Name: The chart name specified in the transaction or report may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the chart configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Chart Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the chart in question. This can typically be done through the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/CDP1 for charts).
  Ensure that the field selection for the chart is properly defined and not empty.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the chart you are trying to access. Ensure that it matches the name defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and use the chart. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the chart configuration was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring charts in APO.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for chart configuration, such as /SAPAPO/CDP1 (for creating charts) and /SAPAPO/CDP2 (for changing charts).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ008.