How To Fix /SAPAPO/FAVSEL006 - Attribute &1 is not valid for this Favorite Selections item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FAVSEL -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Attribute &1 is not valid for this Favorite Selections item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL006 - Attribute &1 is not valid for this Favorite Selections item ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL006 indicates that there is an issue with the attribute specified in a Favorite Selections item within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the attribute &1 is not valid for the selected item in the Favorite Selections.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Attribute: The attribute specified in the Favorite Selection does not exist or is not valid for the context in which it is being used. This could happen if the attribute has been deleted, renamed, or is not applicable to the selected data.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as updates to the InfoObjects or characteristics, may lead to attributes becoming invalid.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the attribute in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the attribute from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Attribute Validity: Verify that the attribute specified in the error message is valid for the context of the Favorite Selection. You can do this by checking the relevant InfoObject or characteristic in the SAP system.
  Update Favorite Selections: If the attribute is no longer valid, you may need to update the Favorite Selections to remove or replace the invalid attribute with a valid one.
  Review Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all Favorite Selections are updated accordingly to reflect these changes.
  User Authorization: Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the attribute.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using for any known issues or updates regarding Favorite Selections.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/FAVSEL for managing Favorite Selections.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.