How To Fix MDG_MDF016 - The value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF - Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& has no master record with the value &V2&.
(The non-existing value was stored as an attribute for characteristic
&V3& and value &V4&.)

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?

If you entered characteristic value &V2& by mistake, correct your entry.
If you want to use characteristic value &V2&, you must first create a
corresponding master record in master data maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF016 - The value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF016 indicates that there is an issue with the value assigned to a characteristic in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. Specifically, the error message states that the value &2 is invalid for the characteristic &1. This typically occurs during the creation or modification of master data records.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value being assigned to the characteristic does not exist in the allowed values for that characteristic. This could be due to a typo, an outdated value, or a value that has not been properly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may not be active or valid in the context of the current data model.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model may impose restrictions on the values that can be assigned to certain characteristics, and the provided value does not meet these criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Verify the allowed values for the characteristic in question. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the MDG or the relevant customizing settings in SAP.
  Correct the Value: If the value &2 is indeed incorrect, replace it with a valid value that exists in the system for the characteristic &1.
  Update Configuration: If the value should be valid but is not recognized, you may need to update the configuration for the characteristic to include the new value or ensure that the characteristic is properly set up.
  Data Model Review: Review the data model and any associated rules or validations that may be affecting the characteristic to ensure that they are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific characteristic and its valid values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG.
  Data Model: Familiarize yourself with the data model being used in your MDG implementation, as this will help you understand the relationships and restrictions on characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the creation or modification of the master data record again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.