How To Fix NGC_CORE_CHR005 - Value should not use unit of measure for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NGC_CORE_CHR - Message class for characteristic maintenance

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Value should not use unit of measure for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NGC_CORE_CHR005 - Value should not use unit of measure for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message NGC_CORE_CHR005 indicates that there is an issue with the value assigned to a characteristic in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or similar applications. Specifically, the error states that the value should not use a unit of measure for the characteristic identified by &1.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  A characteristic is defined to hold values that should not include a unit of measure, but the value being assigned includes one.
  The characteristic is configured to accept only specific types of values (e.g., numeric, text) and the input provided does not conform to this expectation.
  There may be a mismatch between the expected data type of the characteristic and the actual data being input.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the characteristic in question (identified by &1).
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up correctly and that it is not expecting a unit of measure if it should not.
  
  
  
  Review Input Values:
  
  Verify the values being assigned to the characteristic. Ensure that they do not include any units of measure (e.g., "kg", "m", etc.) if the characteristic is not designed to accept them.
  If the characteristic is supposed to accept numeric values, ensure that you are only providing numbers without any additional text or symbols.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  If you are entering data manually, make sure to enter the values in the correct format as defined in the characteristic settings.
  If the values are being pulled from another source (like a database or an external system), check the source data to ensure it complies with the expected format.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to Variant Configuration for more details on characteristic settings and data types.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) or CU01 (for configuration profiles) to review and modify the characteristic settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or fixes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.