How To Fix G00381 - 'Hidden' indicators not agreeable with doc.type &1 and chars &2, &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 381

• Message text: 'Hidden' indicators not agreeable with doc.type &1 and chars &2, &3

What causes this issue?

When a characteristic compound contains an independent characteristic
without a fixed value in the breakdown category, the characteristic
must be shown whenever the dependent characteristic is shown. Document
type &V1& has the independent characteristic &V2& which (a) has no
fixed value in the breakdown category and (b) is hidden, where at the
same time the associated dependent characteristic &V3& is shown.

System Response

Document type contains errors and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Either select the 'hidden' indicator for characteristic &V3&, or
deselect the 'hidden' indicator for characteristic &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00381 - 'Hidden' indicators not agreeable with doc.type &1 and chars &2, &3 ?

  The SAP error message G00381 indicates that there is a mismatch between the hidden indicators and the document type and characteristics specified in the system. This error typically arises in the context of document processing, such as when creating or modifying documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Mismatch: The document type specified does not support the hidden indicators being used.
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristics associated with the document type may not align with the hidden indicators.
  Custom Configuration: If there are custom configurations or enhancements in the system, they may not be compatible with the standard document type and characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question. Ensure that the hidden indicators are correctly defined for that document type.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant area for document types.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristics:
  
  Verify the characteristics associated with the document type. Ensure that they are compatible with the hidden indicators being used.
  Check if any changes were made recently to the characteristics that could have caused the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Adjust Hidden Indicators:
  
  If the hidden indicators are not necessary for the document type, consider removing or adjusting them to align with the document type and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific document type and hidden indicators for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the document processing works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for development objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to error G00381, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the system configuration and potential issues.