How To Fix /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES031 - Characteristic value combination is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Characteristic value combination is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES031 - Characteristic value combination is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES031 indicating that a "Characteristic value combination is not valid" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with key performance indicators (KPIs) or planning scenarios. This error suggests that the combination of characteristic values being used in a planning query or KPI is not valid according to the defined master data or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Characteristic Combinations: The characteristic values being used do not match any valid combinations defined in the master data. This can happen if:
  
  The characteristic values are not assigned to the relevant planning object.
  The combination of characteristics does not exist in the master data.
  
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the characteristics may not be maintained or may be incomplete.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the characteristics themselves, such as incorrect settings in the planning book or data view.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries or incorrect data types.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that the characteristic values being used in the query or KPI are valid. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant master data and checking the combinations of characteristics.
  Ensuring that the values are correctly assigned to the relevant planning object.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data: If the required characteristic values are missing, you may need to maintain the master data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MDM for master data maintenance) and ensure that all necessary characteristic values are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning area and the characteristics:
  
  Ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined in the planning book and that the data view is set up properly.
  Review the settings in the configuration for the planning area to ensure that they align with the intended use.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries. This can often be done through standard SAP tools or reports.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and planning area you are working with.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MDM for master data maintenance, /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning, and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.