How To Fix /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR013 - Number of requested numbers must be greater than 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Number of requested numbers must be greater than 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR013 - Number of requested numbers must be greater than 1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR013 indicates that there is an issue with the number of requested numbers in the context of Demand Planning (DP) within SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error states that the number of requested numbers must be greater than 1. This typically occurs when a user is trying to perform an operation that requires multiple values, but only one or none are provided.
  Cause:
  
  Single Value Request: The operation you are trying to perform requires multiple values (e.g., forecasts, planning versions, etc.), but only a single value or none has been specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the planning book or data view that is causing the system to expect multiple values.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently selected or entered a single value when the system expects a range or multiple values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that you are selecting or entering multiple values where required. For example, if you are trying to analyze or forecast data, make sure to select a range of periods or multiple characteristics.
  Review Planning Book Settings: Check the settings of the planning book or data view you are using. Ensure that it is configured to allow for multiple selections or inputs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or operation you are performing to understand the expected input format.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to Demand Planning, such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning and /SAPAPO/DP_MONITOR for monitoring.
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on how to use the planning books and understand the requirements for inputting data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your demand planning activities in SAP APO.