How To Fix KM2005 - No valid master data: Value &1 for characteristic &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM2 - Message Class for PCA RFC Function Modules

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No valid master data: Value &1 for characteristic &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM2005 - No valid master data: Value &1 for characteristic &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message KM2005 "No valid master data: Value &1 for characteristic &2 not found" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Knowledge Management (KM) or when dealing with characteristics in various modules, such as SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid entry for a specific characteristic value in the master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic value you are trying to use does not exist in the master data. This could be due to data not being created or activated.
  Incorrect Characteristic Value: The value you are trying to use may be misspelled or formatted incorrectly.
  Data Deletion: The master data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the characteristic from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the characteristic value exists in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., for characteristics, you might use transaction CT04).
  Create or Update Master Data: If the characteristic value is missing, create it in the master data. Ensure that it is correctly configured and activated.
  Verify Input: Double-check the input for any typos or formatting issues. Ensure that the value you are entering matches exactly with what is in the master data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the characteristic in question. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the characteristic and its expected values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Change Characteristic), CT03 (Display Characteristic), and CT02 (Create Characteristic).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KM2005 error and implement a solution to resolve it.