How To Fix /SAPAPO/PMDS_RECLASS020 - Customizing error: Free attributer missing for auto. BoD change key fig.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PMDS_RECLASS -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Customizing error: Free attributer missing for auto. BoD change key fig.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMDS_RECLASS020 - Customizing error: Free attributer missing for auto. BoD change key fig. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMDS_RECLASS020 indicates a customizing issue related to the absence of a free attribute for the automatic change of the key figure in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there is a configuration problem in the planning area or the key figure settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Free Attribute: The error suggests that a required free attribute is not defined for the key figure that is being used for the automatic change in the planning area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the planning area, such as missing or incorrectly defined characteristics or key figures.
  Inconsistent Data: The data model may have inconsistencies, such as missing attributes that are expected by the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 to check the configuration of the planning area.
  Ensure that the key figure in question has the necessary free attributes defined.
  
  
  
  Define Free Attributes:
  
  If the free attribute is missing, you need to define it. You can do this in the planning area configuration.
  Navigate to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 and select the planning area. Then, check the key figure settings to add the required free attribute.
  
  
  
  Review Key Figure Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the key figure that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly configured to use the necessary attributes.
  You can do this in the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 or /SAPAPO/MC8A for key figure settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP APO you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning area to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant 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.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on configuring planning areas and key figures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SAPAPO/PMDS_RECLASS020 error in your SAP system.