How To Fix /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI057 - Invalid entry &1 for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Invalid entry &1 for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI057 - Invalid entry &1 for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_UI057 Invalid entry &1 for characteristic &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to enter a value for a characteristic that is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered for the characteristic does not match any of the allowed values defined in the master data.
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic may not have been properly defined in the master data or may not be assigned to the relevant object (e.g., product, location).
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the entered value may not match the expected data type for the characteristic (e.g., entering a string where a numeric value is expected).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristic values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Verify the allowed values for the characteristic in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant characteristic in the SAP GUI and checking its settings.
  Correct Entry: Ensure that the value being entered is valid and matches one of the allowed values for the characteristic.
  Review Master Data: If the characteristic is not defined or is missing values, you may need to update the master data to include the necessary values.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the value being entered matches the expected data type for the characteristic.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the characteristic. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for maintaining characteristics) or /SAPAPO/MC63 (for displaying characteristics) to check and maintain the relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on characteristics and their configuration in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.