How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01605 - You have deleted the characteristic propagation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 605

• Message text: You have deleted the characteristic propagation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01605 - You have deleted the characteristic propagation ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01605 indicates that there is an issue related to characteristic propagation in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a characteristic that is supposed to be propagated through the planning object structure has been deleted or is no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Characteristics: The characteristic that was previously used for propagation has been deleted from the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or planning object structure due to changes made in the characteristics.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the planning area or characteristics that affect how data is propagated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the characteristics configuration in the SAP system and verify if the characteristic in question has indeed been deleted.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to restore it or adjust the planning area to remove references to the deleted characteristic.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Area:
  
  If the characteristic is no longer needed, you may need to adjust the planning area settings to remove any dependencies on the deleted characteristic.
  This can involve modifying the planning object structure or the data model to ensure that it does not reference the deleted characteristic.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is still required for your planning processes, consider recreating it with the same attributes and settings as before.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any other potential issues that may arise from the deletion of the characteristic.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 to check the consistency of the planning area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to characteristic propagation and planning area configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking planning area consistency) and /SAPAPO/MC65 (for maintaining characteristics).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to characteristic propagation issues in APO, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on characteristics, planning areas, and data propagation in APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message /SAPAPO/MC01605 and restore proper functionality to your planning processes in SAP APO.