How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM386 - Characteristic value for characteristic &1 not filled

/SAPAPO/TSM386 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Characteristic value for characteristic &1 not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM386 - Characteristic value for characteristic &1 not filled ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM386 Characteristic value for characteristic &1 not filled typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a required characteristic value is not provided for a specific characteristic in a planning object, such as a product or a location.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Value: The characteristic value for the specified characteristic (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been filled in the relevant master data or planning object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the characteristic is expected to have a value but does not.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the characteristics in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to missing values.
  User Input Error: During data entry or planning, the user may have overlooked filling in the required characteristic value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify the master data for the relevant object (e.g., product, location) to ensure that all