How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB187 - Characteristic <&1> copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Characteristic <&1> copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB187 - Characteristic <&1> copied ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB187 indicates that a characteristic has been copied in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This message typically arises during the process of data transfer or when working with planning objects in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Characteristics: The characteristic you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system, leading to a conflict.
  Data Transfer Issues: During data transfer or replication processes, the system may encounter issues that result in the copying of characteristics.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the planning area or master data settings that lead to this message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Characteristics:
  
  Verify if the characteristic already exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data or planning area settings.
  If it exists, you may need to adjust your planning area or data model to accommodate the existing characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Data Transfer Processes:
  
  If the error occurs during a data transfer, check the source and target systems for consistency.
  Ensure that the data transfer settings are correctly configured and that there are no discrepancies in the data being transferred.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of your planning area and ensure that all settings are correct.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or APO/IBP consultant to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  You can also check the SAP Community or forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to APO/IBP, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book maintenance or /SAPAPO/MC62 for characteristic maintenance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on characteristics, planning areas, and data transfer processes in APO/IBP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.