How To Fix /SAPAPO/CULL1116 - Characteristic with internal number &1 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CULL1 -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Characteristic with internal number &1 was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL1116 - Characteristic with internal number &1 was not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL1116 Characteristic with internal number &1 was not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to locate a characteristic that is referenced in a planning object or a data structure. This can happen for various reasons, such as data inconsistencies, missing configurations, or issues with master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic with the specified internal number does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that reference the characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning area or data model may not be set up correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CT04 to check if the characteristic with the specified internal number exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or check if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code /SAPAPO/MP30 or /SAPAPO/MC62 to review the planning area configuration and ensure that all necessary characteristics are included.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data (e.g., InfoObjects, characteristics) is consistent and correctly maintained.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 to check the data model and InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the characteristic was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Activate:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a planning area, you may need to rebuild or activate the planning area to ensure that all characteristics are correctly recognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04, /SAPAPO/MP30, /SAPAPO/MC62, and RSA1 for managing characteristics and planning areas.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.