How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCST019 - The settings allow alphanumeric products only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCST -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: The settings allow alphanumeric products only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST019 - The settings allow alphanumeric products only ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST019 indicates that the system is configured to accept only alphanumeric product identifiers, but the input provided does not meet this requirement. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with product master data or forecasting.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Alphanumeric Characters: The product ID or code you are trying to use contains special characters or is purely numeric, which is not allowed based on the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to accept only alphanumeric product IDs, which means that any product ID that does not conform to this format will trigger this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry where the product ID was incorrectly formatted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product ID: Review the product ID you are trying to enter. Ensure that it contains only alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers) and does not include any special characters (e.g., @, #, $, etc.).
  Modify Configuration: If you have the necessary permissions and it is appropriate for your business process, you can modify the configuration settings to allow numeric-only product IDs. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of SAP.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Logistics or APO settings) and check the settings for product master data.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your data entry processes to ensure that only valid product IDs are entered into the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the specific configuration settings that are causing this restriction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on configuration settings.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product master data or configuration settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes do not adversely affect other processes in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.