How To Fix CJ871 - Value of user-defined characteristic & written to field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Value of user-defined characteristic & written to field &

What causes this issue?

In the conversion from summarization using classification to
summarization using master data fields, the system assigns an
appropriate characteristic from classification to each additional field
from the summarization.
The value from characteristic &V1& has been copied to the additional
field %V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ871 - Value of user-defined characteristic & written to field & ?

  The SAP error message CJ871 typically indicates an issue related to user-defined characteristics in the context of project management or controlling. This error occurs when the value of a user-defined characteristic is not valid or cannot be processed correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value assigned to a user-defined characteristic may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The user-defined characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type of the characteristic and the value being assigned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or assign values to the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that the value being assigned to the user-defined characteristic is valid and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the user-defined characteristic is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OPUK for project characteristics).
  Data Type Verification: Confirm that the data type of the characteristic matches the value being assigned. For example, if the characteristic expects a numeric value, ensure that a numeric value is being provided.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the user-defined characteristics. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the user-defined characteristics and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or OPUK (Define User-Defined Characteristics) to manage project characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CJ871 error and implement a suitable solution.