How To Fix /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR026 - Combination for drilldown of the selection could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Combination for drilldown of the selection could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR026 - Combination for drilldown of the selection could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR026 indicates that there is an issue with the drilldown selection in the Demand Planning (DP) module of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the message states that the combination for the drilldown of the selection could not be determined. This typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid combination of characteristics for the data being analyzed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristics required for the drilldown may not be defined in the planning area or may not be included in the selection profile.
  Incorrect Selection Profile: The selection profile used may not match the characteristics available in the planning area.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or inconsistent data in the InfoProvider that is being queried.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain characteristics or data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the planning area or the characteristics may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristics: Ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined in the planning area and included in the selection profile.
  Review Selection Profile: Verify that the selection profile being used is appropriate for the data and characteristics you are trying to analyze.
  Data Consistency: Check the underlying data for completeness and consistency. Ensure that there are no missing values for the characteristics involved in the drilldown.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the required authorizations to access the relevant characteristics and data.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration of the planning area and characteristics to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP APO configuration transactions.
  Rebuild Planning Area: In some cases, it may be necessary to rebuild the planning area or reinitialize the data to resolve inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP for Demand Planning or /SAPAPO/MC for Master Data to check configurations and data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Demand Planning and APO for detailed information on characteristics, selection profiles, and drilldown functionality.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.