How To Fix /SAPAPO/RBA131 - Value not allowed; that combination does not exist in the database

/SAPAPO/RBA131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RBA -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Value not allowed; that combination does not exist in the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RBA131 - Value not allowed; that combination does not exist in the database ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RBA131 Value not allowed; that combination does not exist in the database typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to perform an action that involves a combination of values that is not recognized or does not exist in the database. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with planning books, data views, or when trying to execute a specific transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Combination of Characteristics: The combination of characteristics (like product, location, etc.) being used in the planning book or data view does not exist in the master data.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like product master, location master, etc.) has not been created or is incomplete.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database that are expected based on the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have