How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM311 - Wrong characteristics combination: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Wrong characteristics combination: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM311 - Wrong characteristics combination: & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM311 Wrong characteristics combination: & typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with the configuration of products and their characteristics in the system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the combination of characteristics assigned to a product or a planning object.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Characteristic Combinations: The error usually arises when a product is assigned a combination of characteristics that is not valid according to the configuration settings in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Missing characteristics that are required for the product.
  Incompatible characteristics that should not be used together.
  Incorrectly defined dependencies between characteristics.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the product may not be correctly maintained, leading to invalid combinations.
  
  
  Configuration Profiles: The configuration profiles or classes assigned to the product may not be set up correctly, leading to the error when trying to process the product in planning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Combinations: Review the characteristics assigned to the product in the configuration. Ensure that the combination of characteristics is valid and adheres to the rules defined in the system.
  
  
  Review Configuration Profiles: Check the configuration profiles and classes associated with the product. Make sure that they are correctly defined and that all necessary characteristics are included.
  
  
  Maintain Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product is complete and accurate. This includes checking the characteristics, values, and any dependencies that may exist.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CT04 to maintain characteristics.
  CL02 to maintain classes.
  CU01 to maintain configuration profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on valid characteristic combinations for your particular scenario.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP APO and product configuration to better understand how to manage characteristics and their combinations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.