How To Fix /SAPAPO/PRP190 - Invalid characteristic combination &1: &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PRP -

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Invalid characteristic combination &1: &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP190 - Invalid characteristic combination &1: &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP190 Invalid characteristic combination &1: &2 &3 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with planning or forecasting scenarios. This error indicates that there is an invalid combination of characteristics being used in a planning object or a planning scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Combination: The error arises when the combination of characteristics (like product, location, etc.) does not exist in the master data or is not valid for the specific planning scenario.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the characteristics involved may not be maintained or may be incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the characteristics themselves.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to invalid combinations being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the characteristics involved in the error message is correctly maintained. Ensure that the combinations of characteristics exist in the system.
  Review Planning Area Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning area to ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined and that their combinations are valid.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries that could lead to this error.
  Update or Correct Data: If any missing or incorrect data is identified, update or correct it in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific planning area or characteristics for additional guidance.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the planning run to identify the exact point of failure and the data being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for maintaining characteristics) or /SAPAPO/MC73 (for maintaining planning areas) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  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 root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.