How To Fix /SAPAPO/PROD702 - Characteristic propagation not yet activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PROD -

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Characteristic propagation not yet activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PROD702 - Characteristic propagation not yet activated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PROD702 Characteristic propagation not yet activated typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to propagate characteristics in a product master or during planning processes, but the characteristic propagation feature has not been activated for the relevant product or planning area.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Propagation Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the characteristic propagation feature is not enabled in the system settings for the specific product or planning area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the propagation of characteristics.
  Master Data Issues: The product master data may not be set up correctly, leading to issues with characteristic propagation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Characteristic Propagation:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/PROD (Product Master) or the relevant configuration area.
  Check the settings for the product or planning area to ensure that characteristic propagation is activated.
  If it is not activated, enable it and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the APO system.
  Ensure that the settings related to characteristic propagation are correctly configured.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to verify these settings.
  
  
  
  Review Product Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data for the specific product that is causing the error.
  Ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and that there are no inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the process that triggered the error to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on characteristic propagation in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.