How To Fix UPC_FW077 - No selection conditions can be entered for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 077

• Message text: No selection conditions can be entered for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

You have tried to define selection conditions for characteristic &V1&
in the planning package. However, selection condition are already
defined for this characteristic in the planning level. The selection
for a characteristic must either be defined in the planning level or in
the planning package.

How to fix this error?

Create the selection conditions for characteristic &V1&, either in the
planning level or in the planning package.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_FW077 - No selection conditions can be entered for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW077 indicates that there are no selection conditions that can be entered for a specific characteristic in the context of SAP's planning applications, particularly in the area of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a planning view or a planning function and the system does not allow you to set selection conditions for the specified characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic in question may not be configured to allow selection conditions. This can happen if the characteristic is not set up correctly in the master data or if it is not relevant for the planning scenario you are working with.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area associated with the planning view or function may not include the characteristic as a key figure or may not allow selection conditions for that characteristic.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the characteristic may not support selection conditions. For example, certain characteristics may be defined as attributes rather than key figures.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing you from entering selection conditions for that characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration: Verify the configuration of the characteristic in the master data. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is relevant for the planning area you are working with.
  Review Planning Area Settings: Go to the planning area settings and check if the characteristic is included and if it allows selection conditions. You may need to adjust the settings or consult with your SAP administrator.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the characteristic is of a type that supports selection conditions. If it is an attribute, consider whether it should be a key figure instead.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter selection conditions for the characteristic. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review your access rights.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and its configuration in the context of your planning application.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  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: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP IBP or APO to better understand how characteristics and selection conditions work within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.