How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM169 - No new characteristics combinations were loaded

/SAPAPO/TSM169 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: No new characteristics combinations were loaded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM169 - No new characteristics combinations were loaded ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM169 No new characteristics combinations were loaded typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to load new combinations of characteristics for a specific planning object. This can happen during the planning run or when trying to execute a specific transaction related to planning.
  Causes:
  
  No New Data: The most common cause is that there are no new characteristic combinations available in the master data or transaction data that meet the selection criteria.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the planning run or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no new combinations being identified.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the master data that prevent the system from recognizing new combinations.
  Buffer Issues: Sometimes, the buffer may not be updated correctly, leading to the system not recognizing new combinations.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the planning area