How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE473 - Incorrect sel. for Product Group Type: No value or not an 'equals' sel.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Incorrect sel. for Product Group Type: No value or not an 'equals' sel.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE473 - Incorrect sel. for Product Group Type: No value or not an 'equals' sel. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE473 Incorrect selection for Product Group Type: No value or not an 'equals' selection typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a planning function or report. This error indicates that the system expects a specific selection type (usually an 'equals' condition) for the Product Group Type, but it either received no value or a different type of selection.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Value: The selection criteria for the Product Group Type may not have been specified, leading to the error.
  Incorrect Selection Type: The selection criteria may be set to a type other than 'equals', such as 'greater than', 'less than', etc., which is not acceptable for this particular field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the planning function or the data model that lead to this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data in the system may not be consistent or may have missing entries for the Product Group Type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the planning function or report. Ensure that the Product Group Type is specified and that it uses the 'equals' selection type.
  Specify Values: If the selection criteria are empty, provide the necessary values for the Product Group Type.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning function or the data model to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle the Product Group Type.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the system to ensure that all necessary entries for the Product Group Type are present and correct.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning function or report you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to APO planning functions, such as /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning function maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP APO for further assistance.