How To Fix NGC_API_BASE009 - User-defined characteristic "&1" cannot be processed

NGC_API_BASE009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NGC_API_BASE - NGC API Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: User-defined characteristic "&1" cannot be processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NGC_API_BASE009 - User-defined characteristic "&1" cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message NGC_API_BASE009, which states that a user-defined characteristic "&1" cannot be processed, typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where user-defined characteristics are utilized. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Characteristic Definition: The user-defined characteristic may not be properly defined in the system. This could include issues such as missing attributes or incorrect data types.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data associated with the characteristic, such as missing values or incorrect formats.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the characteristic.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the APO or related modules that prevent the characteristic from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or system performance, that affect