How To Fix G00662 - Upload method &1: Characteristic &2 from field catalog is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Upload method &1: Characteristic &2 from field catalog is ignored

What causes this issue?

In the field catalog for upload method &V1& for method type &V3&, you
have added characteristic &V2&. However, characteristic &V2& is <ZH>not
</> included in the data structure of the method type.

System Response

The system ignores the values of characteristic &V2& contained in the
upload file when executing the flexible upload .

How to fix this error?

Characteristic &V2& is <ZH>not</> included in the summary data and line
items in consolidation. However, it is an element of the line items in
consolidation in S/4 HANA, which contains a higher degree of detail that
is, additional characteristics).
In <LS>Global System Settings</> (in transaction CXB3), you can specify
the effective from fiscal year for line items in S/4 HANA. The current
effective from fiscal year is &V4&. (The effective from fiscal year is
equivalent to 9999 unless you specify otherwise.)
The system enables the flexible upload of characteristic values that are
only contained in the line items in consolidation in S/4 HANA, only in a
fiscal year that is not earlier than the effective from fiscal year.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00662 - Upload method &1: Characteristic &2 from field catalog is ignored ?

  The SAP error message G00662 typically indicates that there is an issue with the upload method being used in relation to the field catalog for a specific characteristic. This error occurs when the system encounters a characteristic in the field catalog that is not compatible with the upload method specified.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Characteristic: The characteristic specified in the field catalog is not supported by the upload method you are using. This could be due to the characteristic not being relevant for the data being uploaded or not being defined correctly in the system.
  Field Catalog Configuration: The field catalog may not be properly configured, leading to the system ignoring certain characteristics during the upload process.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the data type of the characteristic and the data being uploaded.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Catalog: Review the field catalog to ensure that all characteristics listed are compatible with the upload method you are using. Remove or correct any incompatible characteristics.
  Verify Upload Method: Ensure that the upload method you are using is appropriate for the data and characteristics you are trying to upload. You may need to switch to a different upload method that supports the characteristics in your field catalog.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being uploaded to ensure that it matches the expected format and data types for the characteristics defined in the field catalog.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific upload method and its requirements regarding field catalogs and characteristics.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform a test upload with a smaller dataset to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the G00662 error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to review and modify the field catalog.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G00662 error and implement a solution to resolve it.