How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01707 - Propagation for characteristic '&' is already defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 707

• Message text: Propagation for characteristic '&' is already defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01707 - Propagation for characteristic '&' is already defined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01707 indicates that there is an issue with the propagation of a characteristic in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it means that the propagation for the specified characteristic (denoted by &) has already been defined in the system, and you are attempting to define it again, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the characteristic you are trying to propagate has already been defined in the system. This can happen if you are trying to set up propagation rules for a characteristic that has already been configured.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning area or the characteristics setup, leading to attempts to redefine propagation for an existing characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Definitions: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP APO system and check the existing propagation definitions for the characteristic in question. You can do this by navigating to the planning area settings and reviewing the characteristics and their propagation rules.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Definition:
  
  If you find that the characteristic is already defined for propagation, you may need to remove or modify the existing definition if it is not needed or if it conflicts with your current setup.
  
  
  
  Modify Propagation Settings:
  
  If you need to change the propagation settings for the characteristic, you can do so by editing the existing definition rather than trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to characteristics and propagation in APO to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If this error occurs after a transport, ensure that the transport did not inadvertently create duplicate definitions in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC8A (for planning area maintenance) to check and manage characteristics and their propagation settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling propagation issues.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context for better troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.