How To Fix MDG_MDF017 - 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: 017

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

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& has a range of values. The current value &V2&
exceeds these boundaries.
(The value is 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?

Change your entry.
You can find the range of values for this characteristic as follows:
RESET N1
Call field help for the entry field.
Choose <ZK>Technical Information</>.
In the <ZK>Technical Info</> window, double-click on the data element.
In the window <ZK>Dictionary: Display Data Element</>, go to tab page
<ZK>Data Type</> and double-click on the domain.
In the window <ZK>Dictionary: Display Domain</> choose the tab <ZK>Value
Range</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF017 - The value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF017 indicates that a value provided for a specific characteristic is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to create or update master data records.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value you are trying to assign to the characteristic does not exist in the allowed values for that characteristic. This could be due to a typo, or the value may not have been defined in the system.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value provided may not match the expected data type for the characteristic (e.g., providing a string where a number is expected).
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may not be active or valid in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify certain values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Verify the list of allowed values for the characteristic in question. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Correct the Value: If the value is indeed invalid, correct it to one of the allowed values.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the value you are entering matches the expected data type for the characteristic.
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the settings for the characteristic in the MDG configuration. Ensure that the characteristic is active and properly defined.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristic and its values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the characteristic and its valid values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG for configuration or SE11 to check the data dictionary for the characteristic.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the invalid value is being set or processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.