G01118 - &1 is not included in the selection for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 118

• Message text: &1 is not included in the selection for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01118 - &1 is not included in the selection for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message G01118 indicates that a specific value (denoted as &1) is not included in the selection for a characteristic (denoted as &2) in the context of a report or query, typically related to the use of characteristics in a data selection or reporting scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Value in Selection: The value you are trying to use in your selection criteria for a characteristic is not included in the defined selection set for that characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may not be valid for the characteristic in the context of the report or query.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing master data or incorrect entries that prevent the value from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain values or characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using in your report or query. Ensure that the value you are trying to select is indeed included in the selection set for the characteristic.
  Validate Characteristic Configuration: Go to the configuration of the characteristic in the SAP system and ensure that the value is valid and included in the master data.
  Update Master Data: If the value is missing from the master data, you may need to add it or correct any inconsistencies in the data.
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and its values. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the characteristic and its configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the characteristic and its values.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.