How To Fix JBP_DIST018 - Selection characteristic &1 has incorrect value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBP_DIST - Messages for 'Distribution' Application

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Selection characteristic &1 has incorrect value

What causes this issue?

Usage restrictions exist for the <LS>Company Code</> (BUKRS) and
<LS>Operating Concern</> (KOKRS) characteristics.
You can choose one company code only.
Company codes have already been assigned to operating concerns using a
different Customizing activity.

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?

Correct your entries.
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBP_DIST018 - Selection characteristic &1 has incorrect value ?

  The SAP error message JBP_DIST018, which states "Selection characteristic &1 has incorrect value," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Joint Business Planning (JBP) or similar planning applications. This error indicates that a selection characteristic (like a key figure, characteristic, or parameter) has been assigned a value that is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value assigned to the selection characteristic does not exist in the master data or is not valid for the current context.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value provided may not match the expected data type (e.g., a numeric value is expected, but a string is provided).
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic may not have been defined in the master data, or the relevant data may not be loaded into the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning area or the planning model that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that the value assigned to the selection characteristic is valid. You can do this by checking the master data or the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Data Types: Ensure that the data type of the value matches the expected type for the characteristic.
  Update Master Data: If the characteristic value is missing from the master data, you may need to create or update the relevant master data records.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration of the planning area or model to ensure that all necessary characteristics and values are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the characteristic in question and its valid values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSC1 (to maintain InfoObjects) or RSA1 (to access the Data Warehousing Workbench) to check and maintain master data.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the JBP_DIST018 error and implement a solution to resolve it.