How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1102 - There is no information about descriptive characteristics (-> long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: There is no information about descriptive characteristics (-> long text)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1102 - There is no information about descriptive characteristics (-> long text) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1102 indicates that there is no information available for descriptive characteristics in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically related to the Capable-to-Match (CTM) functionality. This error typically arises during planning runs when the system cannot find the necessary descriptive characteristics for the products or resources involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Descriptive Characteristics: The error often occurs when the planning object (like a product or resource) does not have the required descriptive characteristics defined in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the product or resource may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary characteristics set up.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with data transfer from the ERP system to the APO system, leading to missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the relevant products or resources includes all necessary descriptive characteristics. This can be done in the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., product master).
  Review Planning Version: Ensure that the planning version you are using has the correct settings and includes the necessary characteristics. You can check this in the planning version settings in APO.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any missing or incorrect entries. This can help pinpoint the source of the problem.
  Update Characteristics: If characteristics are missing, you may need to update the master data to include them. This can involve adding new characteristics or ensuring existing ones are correctly assigned.
  Check Integration Settings: If the data is being transferred from an ERP system, check the integration settings to ensure that all necessary data is being sent to APO.
  Consult Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific details about what is missing. You can view this in the SAP GUI by clicking on the message or using transaction codes like SE91 to look up the message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CTM for CTM settings, /SAPAPO/MC62 for product master data, and /SAPAPO/MC73 for checking planning versions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO and CTM for best practices on setting up master data and characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP APO.