How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS016 - PPM plan &1 uses characteristic in macro &2 (case: &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: PPM plan &1 uses characteristic in macro &2 (case: &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS016 - PPM plan &1 uses characteristic in macro &2 (case: &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS016 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with a Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) macro that references a characteristic that is not properly defined or is inconsistent with the planning object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the macro is not defined in the planning object or is missing from the relevant master data.
  Inconsistent Data: The characteristic may be defined but has inconsistent or incorrect values that do not match the expected format or type.
  Macro Configuration: The macro itself may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent or invalid characteristics.
  Planning Object Issues: The planning object (like a PPM - Production Planning Master) may not be set up correctly to utilize the characteristic in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Verify that the characteristic referenced in the macro is defined in the relevant master data (e.g., PPM, Info Object).
  Review Macro Configuration: Open the macro in the macro editor and check if the characteristic is correctly referenced. Ensure that the macro logic is valid and that it aligns with the expected data structure.
  Validate Planning Object: Ensure that the PPM or any other planning object is correctly configured to use the characteristic. This includes checking the settings in the PPM and ensuring that all required characteristics are included.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or missing values related to the characteristic.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the macro and characteristic usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC01 (for macros) or /SAPAPO/PPM (for PPM management) to access the relevant areas in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance, providing them with the specific details of the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SAPAPO/MC01_CONS016.