How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH018 - Error during generation of input help for CBF characteristic

/SAPAPO/MSDP_SH018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Error during generation of input help for CBF characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH018 - Error during generation of input help for CBF characteristic ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH018 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with generating input help for a characteristic in the context of a CBF (Characteristic-Based Forecasting) model. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or inconsistencies in the master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Master Data: The characteristic for which the input help is being generated may not have the necessary master data entries.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the CBF model or the characteristics involved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data required for generating the input help.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues in the SAP system, such as problems with the