How To Fix UPP_PP_K031 - Value '&1' for characteristic '&2' not permitted in the planning package

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_PP_K - Messages for Planning Processor Core

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Value '&1' for characteristic '&2' not permitted in the planning package

What causes this issue?

You have entered characteristic value '&V1&' for characteristic '&V2&'.
However, characteristic value '&V1&' does not fulfill the selection
conditions. These were stored in the planning package currently being
processed. It has the technical name '&V3&' .

System Response

The entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Overwrite '&V1&' with a valid characteristic value and check the
selection conditions in the planning package with the technical name '
&V3&'. You can also solve the problem by deleting the data record with
the invalid characteristic value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_PP_K031 - Value '&1' for characteristic '&2' not permitted in the planning package ?

  The SAP error message UPP_PP_K031 indicates that a specific value for a characteristic is not permitted in the planning package you are working with. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to execute a planning function or process that involves characteristics and their values.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Value: The value you are trying to use for a characteristic is not defined or allowed in the planning package. This could be due to:
  
  The value not being part of the master data.
  The value being restricted by the planning package settings.
  The characteristic being set up with specific allowed values that do not include the one you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Planning Package Configuration: The planning package may have restrictions on which values can be used for certain characteristics. This is often configured in the planning area or the planning package settings.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect master data entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the value you are trying to use for the characteristic is present in the master data. If it is missing, you may need to create or update the master data.
  
  
  Review Planning Package Settings: 
  
  Go to the planning package configuration and check the allowed values for the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the value you are trying to use is included in the allowed values.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Area: If necessary, adjust the planning area settings to include the required values for the characteristic.
  
  
  Data Validation: Run data validation checks to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or errors in the data that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning package and characteristics configuration.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to planning package configuration, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book configuration or /SAPAPO/MC62 for master data maintenance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.