How To Fix /SAPAPO/FAVSEL020 - Consistency check failed for selection &1, planning book &2, data view &3

/SAPAPO/FAVSEL020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FAVSEL -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Consistency check failed for selection &1, planning book &2, data view &3

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.

/SAPAPO/FAVSEL020 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL020 indicates that there is a consistency check failure for a specific selection in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of the planning book, data view, or selection profile.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The selection criteria defined in the planning book or data view may not match the underlying data model or the data available in the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The planning book or data view may not be properly configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to master data (like characteristics, key figures, etc.), it may lead to inconsistencies in the selections.
  Transport Issues: If the planning book or data view was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies due to missing objects or configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the planning