How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN013 - Property '&1' in key figure '&2' has been flagged for change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Property '&1' in key figure '&2' has been flagged for change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN013 - Property '&1' in key figure '&2' has been flagged for change ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN013 indicates that a property in a key figure has been flagged for change. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with key figures in the planning area.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A property of a key figure (like a characteristic or a setting) has been modified or flagged for change, but the system is unable to process this change due to certain constraints or settings.
  The key figure is being used in a planning area that is currently locked or in use by another process.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the key figure or the planning area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Properties:
  
  Go to the key figure configuration in the SAP APO system and verify the properties of the key figure mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the properties are correctly set and that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Unlock Planning Area:
  
  If the planning area is locked, you may need to unlock it. This can be done by checking if there are any active processes or transactions that are using the planning area and terminating them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Change Flags:
  
  If the property has been flagged for change, you may need to review the changes made and either confirm or revert them based on your planning requirements.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the planning area and key figures to ensure that there are no inconsistencies. This can often be done through transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM or similar tools in the SAP APO environment.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the changes were made as part of a transport request, ensure that the transport has been successfully imported and that there are no issues with the transport itself.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific key figure and its properties for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for key figure maintenance and /SAPAPO/TSM for consistency checks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on key figures and their properties in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.