How To Fix UPB737 - Some time characteristics must stay in field list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB - BPS: Balance sheet planning messages

• Message number: 737

• Message text: Some time characteristics must stay in field list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB737 - Some time characteristics must stay in field list ?

  The SAP error message UPB737, which states "Some time characteristics must stay in field list," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when working with planning models or data views. This error indicates that certain time characteristics are required to be included in the field list for the planning function or data view you are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Time Characteristics: The planning function or data view you are working with requires specific time characteristics (like fiscal year, period, etc.) to be included in the field list, but they are not present.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the planning function or data view may not align with the requirements of the model, leading to the exclusion of necessary time characteristics.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model that prevent