How To Fix KF120 - Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

The value entered (&V1&) for characteristic &V2& is not allowed.

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?

Check your entry.
If necessary, enter the value &V1& in master data table &V3&. If you do
not have authorization for this, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF120 - Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message KF120, which states "Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with InfoObjects, characteristics, or key figures in queries or reports. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific value for a characteristic that is being referenced in a query or report.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The value for the characteristic that you are trying to use does not exist in the master data table. This could happen if the data has not been loaded or if the value was deleted.
  Incorrect Characteristic Reference: The characteristic referenced in the query or report may be incorrect or not properly defined.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data load process, leading to incomplete or missing data.
  Filter or Selection Criteria: The selection criteria applied in the query may be too restrictive, filtering out all available values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the value for the characteristic exists in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW system and checking the master data entries.
  Data Load Verification: Ensure that the data load process has been completed successfully. Check the data load logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the data load.
  Review Query Design: If you are working with a query, review the design of the query to ensure that the correct characteristics and values are being referenced. Make sure that the characteristic is properly defined in the query.
  Adjust Filters: If there are filters applied in the query, consider adjusting them to ensure that they do not exclude the values you are trying to retrieve.
  Reprocess Data: If necessary, reprocess the data load to ensure that all relevant data is available in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and master data, and RSC1 to view the contents of InfoObjects.
  Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources feeding into your InfoObjects are correctly configured and that the data is being extracted properly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed troubleshooting steps related to specific InfoObjects or queries.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP BW administrator or support team for further assistance.