How To Fix GK353 - The dependent char. &1 contains an invalid value (&2) (see the &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 353

• Message text: The dependent char. &1 contains an invalid value (&2) (see the &3)

What causes this issue?

The &V1& field is dependent on the &V3& field, that is, the value of
the &V1& field is only valid in conjunction with one or more values of
the &V3& field.
You can discern this combination if you press the F4 Help key for the
&V1& field: There, several columns of fields list the valid
combinations of the &V1& und &V3& fields.

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?

Distinguish the following two situations:
The value &V2& exists, but not in conjunction with the value or values
of the independent &V3& field.
The value &V2& does not exist.
In either case, you will have to change the entry for the &V1& field or
the &V3& field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK353 - The dependent char. &1 contains an invalid value (&2) (see the &3) ?

  The SAP error message GK353 indicates that there is an issue with a dependent characteristic in a configuration scenario. Specifically, it means that the dependent characteristic (denoted as &1) contains an invalid value (denoted as &2) based on the configuration settings or dependencies defined in the system. The reference to &3 typically points to a specific object or document that provides more context about the error.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The dependent characteristic has been assigned a value that is not valid according to the configuration rules or dependencies defined in the system.
  Missing Dependencies: There may be missing or incorrectly defined dependencies that govern the relationship between characteristics.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect value manually, leading to this error.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the characteristic may not be correctly maintained, leading to invalid values being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the characteristics involved. Ensure that the dependencies are correctly defined and that the valid values for the dependent characteristic are properly maintained.
  Validate Input Values: Verify the values being assigned to the dependent characteristic. Ensure that they are valid according to the configuration rules.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the characteristic to ensure that it is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Refer to Documentation: Use the reference provided in &3 to get more context about the error. This may include checking the configuration documentation or any related notes.
  Test Configuration: If changes are made, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU01, CU02, or CU03 to manage characteristics and dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the configuration to trace where the invalid value is being assigned or derived from.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.