How To Fix PTRA_DIALOGUE103 - Attribute &1 in return table of characteristic &2 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PTRA_DIALOGUE - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Attribute &1 in return table of characteristic &2 is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PTRA_DIALOGUE103 - Attribute &1 in return table of characteristic &2 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PTRA_DIALOGUE103 indicates that there is an issue with the attributes in the return table of a characteristic in the context of SAP's Product and Order Management (POM) or similar modules. This error typically arises when an attribute that is being used is not allowed or is not defined correctly for the specified characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Attribute: The attribute specified in the return table is not valid for the characteristic. This could be due to a configuration issue or a mismatch in the data model.
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic may not have been properly configured to allow the specified attribute.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the attribute being flagged as not permitted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the attribute.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the characteristic in the SAP system. Ensure that the attribute is correctly defined and allowed for the characteristic in question.
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., CT04 for characteristics) and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Attribute Settings: Ensure that the attribute is correctly assigned to the characteristic. If it is not, you may need to add it or modify the characteristic settings.
  
  
  Data Validation: Check the data in the return table to ensure that it adheres to the expected format and values. Look for any discrepancies that might cause the error.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristic and its attributes. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if there are issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the characteristic and its attributes. This can provide insights into what attributes are permissible.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.