How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR035 - Product &1 has characteristics and is not planned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Product &1 has characteristics and is not planned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR035 - Product &1 has characteristics and is not planned ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR035 indicates that a product has characteristics assigned to it but is not being planned in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically occurs in the context of planning scenarios where characteristics are used for variant configuration or when specific planning settings are not correctly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristics Assignment: The product in question has characteristics assigned, which means it is likely a configurable product. However, the planning process does not include this product due to its configuration.
  Planning Settings: The planning settings for the product may not be correctly configured to allow for planning of products with characteristics.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup, such as missing or incorrect configuration profiles or planning strategies.
  Planning Version: The product may not be included in the selected planning version or may be excluded from planning due to specific settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Configuration: Ensure that the product is correctly configured in the system. Verify that the characteristics are correctly assigned and that the configuration profile is set up properly.
  Review Planning Settings: Check the planning settings for the product in the APO system. Ensure that the product is included in the planning run and that the planning strategy allows for planning of products with characteristics.
  Master Data Review: Review the master data for the product, including the material master and any relevant configuration profiles. Ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  Planning Version: Verify that the product is included in the planning version you are using. If necessary, adjust the planning version settings to include the product.
  Run Planning: After making the necessary adjustments, run the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring products with characteristics in APO.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to product configuration, planning strategies, and characteristics in APO for more detailed information.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RRP1 (Interactive Planning) or /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Supply Network Planning) to analyze the planning situation for the product.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP APO expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.