How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PROP003 - The consumption group &1 doesn't contain the characteristic &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PROP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The consumption group &1 doesn't contain the characteristic &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PROP003 - The consumption group &1 doesn't contain the characteristic &2. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PROP003 indicates that there is an issue with the consumption group in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, it means that the consumption group specified does not contain the characteristic that is being referenced in the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use is not included in the specified consumption group.
  Incorrect Configuration: The consumption group may not be properly configured to include all necessary characteristics.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the consumption group or characteristic name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Consumption Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the consumption group in SAP APO.
  Verify that the characteristic in question is indeed included in the consumption group.
  
  
  
  Modify Consumption Group:
  
  If the characteristic is missing, you will need to add it to the consumption group.
  This can typically be done in the SAP APO system by navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 for consumption group maintenance).
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Definitions:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is defined correctly in the system and is active.
  Check if there are any restrictions or settings that might prevent the characteristic from being used in the consumption group.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data entry for both the consumption group and the characteristic to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing consumption groups and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for managing consumption groups and /SAPAPO/MC63 for characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify consumption groups and characteristics in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PROP003 and ensure that your consumption group is correctly configured to include the required characteristics.