How To Fix /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR051 - Only single value characteristics allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Only single value characteristics allowed

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR051 - Only single value characteristics allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR051 indicates that a characteristic in the Demand Planning (DP) module of SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) is being used in a way that is not allowed. Specifically, this error occurs when a characteristic that is expected to have a single value is being assigned multiple values.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Values Assigned: The characteristic in question is defined to accept only a single value, but the system is trying to assign multiple values to it.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry or data upload, multiple values may have been inadvertently assigned to a characteristic that is supposed to hold a single value.
  Configuration Issue: The characteristic may be incorrectly configured in the master data settings, leading to this error when trying to process data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that it is set up to accept only a single value.
  If the characteristic is meant to accept multiple values, consider changing its configuration to allow for that.
  
  
  
  Review Data Input:
  
  Check the data being entered or uploaded. Ensure that only a single value is being assigned to the characteristic.
  If you are using a data upload tool (like LSMW or a custom program), verify that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up to handle single values.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the data has already been entered and is causing the error, you may need to clean the data. Identify the records that are causing the issue and correct them to ensure that only single values are assigned to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Use of Key Figures:
  
  If the characteristic is being used in conjunction with key figures, ensure that the key figures are also configured correctly to work with single-value characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the data entry or upload process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Demand Planning and characteristics to understand the expected behavior and configuration options.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR051 error and ensure that your characteristics are correctly configured and used within SAP APO.