How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM130 - Error converting a product characteristic

/SAPAPO/TSM130 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Error converting a product characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM130 - Error converting a product characteristic ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM130 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with converting a product characteristic. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The product characteristic may have a data type that does not match the expected type in the system. For example, if a characteristic is defined as a numeric type but the data being processed is in a string format, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: If the characteristic data is missing or incomplete, the system may not be able to convert it properly.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product characteristics in the APO system may not be set up correctly, leading to conversion issues.
  
  
  Inconsistent Master Data: If there are inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., product master,