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

JBP_DIST018 - Overview

• 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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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