How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES651 - Error in characteristic name or characteristic value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Error in characteristic name or characteristic value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES651 - Error in characteristic name or characteristic value ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES651 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristic name or characteristic value in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises during the execution of planning functions, data uploads, or when working with characteristics in the APO system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Name: The characteristic name being referenced may not exist in the system or may be misspelled.
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value assigned to the characteristic may not be valid or may not exist in the master data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the characteristics in the APO system may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristic or its values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic name is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data or configuration settings in SAP APO.
  Validate Characteristic Values: Ensure that the values being used for the characteristic are valid and exist in the master data. You can check this in the characteristic value assignments.
  Review Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies in the data. This may involve running consistency checks or validating the data in the relevant tables.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the characteristics in the APO system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristics and their values.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM17 (for characteristics) or /SAPAPO/OM18 (for characteristic values) to manage and review characteristics in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for more detailed information on characteristics and their configuration.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.