How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP658 - No characteristic combination selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP -

• Message number: 658

• Message text: No characteristic combination selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP658 - No characteristic combination selected ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP658 No characteristic combination selected typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a planning run or a query is executed, but the system cannot find any valid characteristic combinations for the selection criteria specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a planning run, when generating reports, or when trying to analyze data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like products, locations, or characteristics) may not be maintained or may be incomplete.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning run or report may not match any existing characteristic combinations in the system.
  Data Activation Issues: The data may not have been activated properly in the planning area, leading to a lack of characteristic combinations.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be configured correctly, or the characteristics may not be assigned properly to the planning area.
  Time Period Issues: The time period selected may not have any data associated with it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is maintained correctly. Verify that the relevant products, locations, and characteristics exist in the system.
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria used in the planning run or report. Make sure they are correct and relevant to the data you are trying to analyze.
  Activate Data: If you suspect that data activation is an issue, check the activation status of the planning area and ensure that all necessary data has been activated.
  Validate Planning Area Configuration: Review the configuration of the planning area to ensure that all required characteristics are included and correctly assigned.
  Check Time Period: Ensure that the time period selected for the planning run or report has relevant data. You may need to adjust the time frame to include periods with data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning area maintenance) or /SAPAPO/MC94 (for data activation) to check and maintain the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO to understand the configuration and data requirements for planning areas and characteristic combinations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.