How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01148 - Generation of characteristic propagation failed

/SAPAPO/MC01148 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Generation of characteristic propagation failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01148 - Generation of characteristic propagation failed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01148 indicates that there was a failure in the generation of characteristic propagation in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically occurs during the planning process when the system is unable to propagate characteristics from one object to another, which is essential for planning and forecasting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristics that need to be propagated may not be defined or may be missing in the master data.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from correctly propagating characteristics.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the APO system, such as settings related to characteristic propagation or planning areas.
  Data Model Issues: Problems with the data model or the way the data is structured can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to perform the operation may also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary