How To Fix KU351 - Value '&1' is invalid for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Value '&1' is invalid for characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

A characteristic value derived through table TKLCO is invalid for the
specified characteristic.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Derived value &V1&
Characteristic &V2&
Order &V3&

System Response

The recalculation run is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the allowed values for your characteristic, or check the master
data fields in your order that are used for the derivation of
characteristics.
You must either expand the value range of your characteristic, or
change the master data fields of your order accordingly.
When the error has been corrected, restart the recalculation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU351 - Value '&1' is invalid for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message KU351, which states "Value '&1' is invalid for characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with characteristics in the SAP system. This error indicates that the value being assigned to a characteristic is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value being assigned to the characteristic does not exist in the list of allowed values for that characteristic.
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may not be assigned to the characteristic in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the value being entered.
  Dependency Issues: If there are dependencies defined for the characteristic, the value may not satisfy those dependencies.
  Master Data Issues: The characteristic or its values may not be properly maintained in the master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Verify the list of allowed values for the characteristic in the configuration settings. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic in the SAP system and checking its value assignments.
  Correct the Value: If the value is incorrect, correct it to one of the valid values defined for that characteristic.
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Ensure that the characteristic is properly configured and that all necessary values are assigned.
  Check Dependencies: If there are dependencies associated with the characteristic, review them to ensure that the value being assigned meets the criteria.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that the characteristic and its values are correctly maintained in the master data. If necessary, update the master data to include the required values.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid values or configuration, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) and CU01 (to maintain configuration profiles) to check and modify the characteristic settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify characteristics and their values in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.