How To Fix CUMTX224 - Select the characteristics to be moved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Select the characteristics to be moved

What causes this issue?

You want to move characteristics. Before you can move characteristics,
you must select them.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select the characteristics that you want to move.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX224 - Select the characteristics to be moved ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX224, which states "Select the characteristics to be moved," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data transfer processes, particularly when working with characteristics in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP APO (Advanced Planner and Optimizer). This error indicates that the system expects you to select specific characteristics for a data transfer or movement operation, but none have been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Characteristics Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any characteristics to be moved or transferred.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the data transfer process, such as missing or incorrectly defined characteristics.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to select or move characteristics.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as system bugs or inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Characteristics: Ensure that you select the appropriate characteristics that you want to move. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the data transfer process.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the data transfer process to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and available for selection.
  User Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to perform the operation. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific data transfer process you are working with.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance. They may need to investigate logs or system settings to identify any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes related to data transfer processes in SAP BW or APO, such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other related transactions.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/APO data transfer processes to better understand how to manage characteristics and data movements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CUMTX224 error and successfully select the characteristics needed for your data transfer operation.