How To Fix /SAPAPO/OE013 - Characteristic filter not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Characteristic filter not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OE013 - Characteristic filter not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OE013 Characteristic filter not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a characteristic filter that is expected to be used in a planning function or process is not found in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristic Filter: The characteristic filter that is referenced in the planning function or process does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning function may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to locate the required filter.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic filter was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic filter.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Filters: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/CTC) to check if the characteristic filter exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  Create or Adjust Characteristic Filter: If the filter is missing, create a new characteristic filter that meets the requirements of the planning function. Ensure that all necessary characteristics are included.
  Review Planning Function Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning function to ensure that it is correctly referencing the existing characteristic filter.
  Transport Check: If the filter was supposed to be transported, verify that the transport request was completed successfully and that the filter exists in the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic filter. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific planning function you are using to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CTC for characteristic filter maintenance and /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.