How To Fix LM151 - Limit characteristic & does not exist in the transfer structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Limit characteristic & does not exist in the transfer structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM151 - Limit characteristic & does not exist in the transfer structure ?

  The SAP error message LM151, which states "Limit characteristic & does not exist in the transfer structure," typically occurs in the context of SAP Logistics and is related to the handling of limit characteristics in the transfer structure of a data transfer process, such as during the transfer of data from one system to another or within the same system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The limit characteristic specified in the error message is not defined in the transfer structure. This can happen if the characteristic was not included in the configuration of the transfer structure or if it was deleted or renamed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transfer structure may not be properly configured to include all necessary characteristics, leading to this error when attempting to process data.
  Data Transfer Issues: If you are transferring data from one system to another, the target system may not have the same configuration or characteristics defined as the source system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transfer Structure: Verify the transfer structure configuration in the relevant SAP module (e.g., SAP BW, SAP MM, etc.). Ensure that the limit characteristic mentioned in the error message is included in the transfer structure.
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and check the InfoObject and its associated transfer structure.
  
  
  
  Update Transfer Structure: If the limit characteristic is missing, you may need to add it to the transfer structure. This can involve:
  
  Modifying the transfer structure to include the missing characteristic.
  Ensuring that the characteristic is correctly defined in the InfoObject catalog.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source: If you are using a data source, ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that it includes the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  Re-activate Objects: After making changes, you may need to re-activate the InfoObjects and the transfer structure to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), and others that pertain to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring limit characteristics and transfer structures.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test data transfer to ensure that the error is resolved and that data is being processed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LM151 error and ensure that your transfer structure is correctly configured to handle the necessary limit characteristics.