How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM046 - No characteristic combinations found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No characteristic combinations found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM046 - No characteristic combinations found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM046 No characteristic combinations found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with the planning book or during the planning process. This error indicates that the system could not find any valid combinations of characteristics for the selected planning object.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the required master data (like characteristics, values, or combinations) is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected a planning object or key figure that does not have any associated characteristic combinations.
  Data Filters: Filters applied in the planning book or query may be too restrictive, leading to no valid combinations being displayed.
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristics may not be properly configured or assigned to the relevant planning object.
  Data Activation Issues: There may be issues with data activation in the APO system, leading to inconsistencies in the data available for planning.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is correctly maintained. This includes checking the characteristics and their values in the relevant master data tables.
  Review Planning Object: Verify that the planning object you are working with is correctly defined and that it has the necessary characteristic combinations.
  Adjust Filters: If filters are applied in the planning book, try removing or adjusting them to see if valid combinations appear.
  Characteristic Assignment: Check the assignment of characteristics to the planning object and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Data Activation: If there are issues with data activation, you may need to re-activate the data or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM to check the configuration of the planning book or /SAPAPO/MAT1 to check the master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.