How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG123 - No characteristic values found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: No characteristic values found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG123 - No characteristic values found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG123 No characteristic values found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find any characteristic values for a specific key figure or planning object. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic values required for the planning object may not be defined in the master data. This can happen if the relevant characteristics are not maintained in the master data tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning run may not match any existing characteristic values. This can occur if filters are applied that exclude all available data.
  
  
  Data Not Loaded: If the data has not been loaded into the system (e.g., from a data source or during a data transfer process), the system will not find any characteristic values.
  
  
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be correctly configured to include the necessary characteristics or key figures.
  
  
  Data Version Issues: The version of the data being accessed may not contain the required characteristic values.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the necessary master data is maintained correctly. Ensure that the relevant characteristics and their values are defined in the system.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Examine the selection criteria used in the planning run. Adjust the filters to ensure that they do not exclude all available data.
  
  
  Load Data: If data is missing, ensure that the data loading process is executed correctly. Check for any errors in the data transfer process and re-run the data load if necessary.
  
  
  Validate Planning Area Configuration: Review the configuration of the planning area to ensure that it includes all necessary characteristics and key figures. Make adjustments as needed.
  
  
  Check Data Versions: Ensure that you are working with the correct version of the data. If necessary, switch to a different version that contains the required characteristic values.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on the master data and planning area to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) and /SAPAPO/MC62 (for master data maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO to understand the configuration and data requirements for your specific planning scenario.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.