How To Fix /SCMB/TDL_UTILS007 - Characteristic &1 does not exist for source time series ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TDL_UTILS -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Characteristic &1 does not exist for source time series ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS007 - Characteristic &1 does not exist for source time series ID ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS007 Characteristic &1 does not exist for source time series ID typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when working with time series data. This error indicates that a specific characteristic (denoted by &1) is not found for the specified source time series ID.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is being referenced in the time series does not exist in the master data or configuration.
  Incorrect Time Series ID: The time series ID being used may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data setup, such as missing entries in the master data tables.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the time series or the characteristics may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Verify that the characteristic referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data or configuration settings in SAP.
  If the characteristic does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the configuration to include it.
  
  
  
  Validate Time Series ID:
  
  Ensure that the time series ID you are using is correct and corresponds to the expected data. You can check this in the relevant transaction or report that deals with time series data.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data associated with the time series ID to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the time series and characteristics in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and time series setup in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/TDL for time series data management, which may help in troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.