How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS011 - Characteristic &1 was removed from class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Characteristic &1 was removed from class &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS011 - Characteristic &1 was removed from class &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS011 indicates that a characteristic has been removed from a class in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when dealing with classes and characteristics in the context of product planning and configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The characteristic may have been manually removed from the class by a user.
  Data Migration: During data migration or updates, characteristics may have been inadvertently removed.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of classes and characteristics can lead to this error if the system expects a characteristic that is no longer present.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, where the system references a characteristic that has been deleted or is not properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Class Configuration: Verify the configuration of the class in question. Ensure that the characteristic is indeed supposed to be part of the class.
  Re-add Characteristic: If the characteristic was removed unintentionally, you can re-add it to the class using transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class).
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any other inconsistencies that may need to be addressed.
  Review Change Logs: If available, review the change logs to determine when and why the characteristic was removed. This can help in understanding the context of the change.
  Consult Documentation: Check any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific class and characteristic to ensure that there are no known issues or required configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to class and characteristic management, such as CL01, CL02, CL03 (Display Class), and CL24 (Display Characteristics).
  Master Data Management: Understanding the principles of master data management in SAP APO can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on classes and characteristics to ensure proper usage and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and restore the necessary characteristics to the class in question.