How To Fix UPC_FW098 - Select a characteristic

UPC_FW098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Select a characteristic

What causes this issue?

For the function just executed, it is necessary to select a
characteristic.

How to fix this error?

Select a characteristic from the list by clicking on it. If the list is
empty then the function cannot be executed.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_FW098 - Select a characteristic ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW098, which states "Select a characteristic," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning applications, particularly when working with the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error indicates that the system expects the user to select a characteristic (such as a product, location, or time period) but none has been selected.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Characteristic Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected any characteristic in the planning view or selection screen.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the planning area or the characteristics that are supposed to be available for selection.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain characteristics.
  Data Issues: There may be no data available for the selected planning area or characteristics, leading to the inability to make a selection.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Characteristic: Ensure that