How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR139 - Incorrect value for occur count in the characteristics table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Incorrect value for occur count in the characteristics table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR139 - Incorrect value for occur count in the characteristics table ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR139 indicates that there is an issue with the "occur count" in the characteristics table within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters an inconsistency or an invalid value related to the occurrence count of characteristics in the context of planning or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristics defined in the configuration may have an incorrect occurrence count, which does not match the expected values.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be affecting the way characteristics are processed.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristics were transported from one system to another, there might be issues with the transport that led to incorrect values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristics Configuration:
  
  Go to the characteristics configuration in the SAP system and verify the occurrence count settings. Ensure that they are set correctly according to the business requirements.
  Use transaction codes like CT04 to check the characteristics and their settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data and transaction data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction CVC or CIF to check for inconsistencies in the planning book or InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not causing the issue. Debugging the relevant programs or function modules may help identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or adjust the configuration in the target system.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for APO and characteristics management to ensure that you are following best practices in configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Characteristics), CVC (CVC Maintenance), and CIF (Core Interface).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on characteristics and configuration in APO.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.