How To Fix /SAPAPO/SEQ041 - No characteristic value combination (restriction) determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SEQ -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: No characteristic value combination (restriction) determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SEQ041 - No characteristic value combination (restriction) determined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SEQ041 No characteristic value combination (restriction) determined typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with planning books, data views, or during the execution of planning functions. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid combination of characteristic values that meet the specified restrictions or selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristic Values: The characteristic values required for the planning process may not be defined in the master data or may not exist in the data set being processed.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria or filters applied in the planning book or planning function may be too restrictive, leading to no valid combinations being found.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries for characteristics.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be correctly configured to include the necessary characteristics or key figures.
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of data, the version you are trying to access may not have the required characteristic values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all necessary characteristic values are defined in the master data. Ensure that the relevant characteristics are populated correctly.
  Review Selection Criteria: Examine the selection criteria or filters applied in the planning book or planning function. Adjust them to be less restrictive if necessary.
  Validate Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify and correct any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Adjust Planning Area Settings: Ensure that the planning area is configured correctly to include all necessary characteristics and key figures. You may need to adjust the settings in the planning area configuration.
  Check Version Settings: If applicable, ensure that you are working with the correct version of the data that contains the required characteristic values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for master data) to access relevant data and 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 setup of planning areas, characteristics, and key figures.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.