How To Fix /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES032 - Value &1 not valid for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Value &1 not valid for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES032 - Value &1 not valid for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES032 indicates that a value provided for a specific characteristic is not valid. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or when trying to assign values to characteristics in planning objects.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value &1 that you are trying to assign to the characteristic &2 does not exist in the master data or is not defined for that characteristic.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the configuration of the characteristic.
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may have specific value ranges or restrictions that are not being met by the provided value.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the characteristic may not be maintained or may be incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the value you are trying to use for the characteristic is indeed defined in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., for material master, use MM03).
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Check the configuration of the characteristic in the APO system to ensure that the value you are trying to use is valid. This can be done in the configuration settings for the characteristics.
  Correct Value Assignment: If the value is incorrect, replace it with a valid one that exists in the master data.
  Maintain Missing Data: If the value is valid but not maintained in the master data, you may need to create or update the relevant master data records.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific characteristics and their valid values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM17 for maintaining characteristics or /SAPAPO/OM18 for maintaining key figures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  APO Configuration: Understanding the configuration of the APO system, especially in relation to characteristics and key figures, can help prevent this error in the future.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the master data and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the values assigned to characteristics are valid and consistent with the system's configuration.