How To Fix /SAPAPO/DESCCHAR101 - Orders with descriptive characteristics could not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DESCCHAR -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Orders with descriptive characteristics could not be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DESCCHAR101 - Orders with descriptive characteristics could not be created ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DESCCHAR101 indicates that there is an issue with creating orders that include descriptive characteristics in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters problems related to the configuration or data associated with the descriptive characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Descriptive Characteristics: The descriptive characteristics that are required for the order creation may not be defined or may be missing in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the characteristics in the APO system may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data related to the orders or the characteristics.
  Characteristic Assignment: The characteristics may not be properly assigned to the relevant product or order type.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the creation of orders with descriptive characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Ensure that all required descriptive characteristics are defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the APO module.
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify that the configuration for the characteristics is correct. This includes checking the assignment of characteristics to the product master and ensuring that they are active.
  Data Validation: Check the data for any inconsistencies or errors. This may involve reviewing the master data and transactional data to ensure that everything is in order.
  Characteristic Assignment: Make sure that the descriptive characteristics are properly assigned to the relevant product or order type. This can be done in the product master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create orders with descriptive characteristics. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may be relevant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM_ORDER for order management and /SAPAPO/MC62 for characteristic configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that orders with descriptive characteristics can be created successfully.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.