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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UCD1 - Messages for Document and Breakdown Check
Message number: 047
Message text: &1 &2 is not valid for independent characteristic &3
Characteristic &V1& is dependent on characteristic &V3&, so a value of
characteristic &V1& is valid only in combination with one value or more
than one value of characteristic &V3&.
Two different situations can exist:
Characteristic value &V2& is valid but not in connection with the value
or the values of independent characteristic &V3&.
Characteristic value &V2& is invalid.
The data record cannot be processed.
Depending on the situation, you need to change the values for
characteristic &V1& or characteristic &V3&, or adjust their validity.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UCD1047
- &1 &2 is not valid for independent characteristic &3 ?The SAP error message UCD1047 indicates that there is an issue with the independent characteristic in the context of SAP's Unified Data Model (UDM) or similar data processing scenarios. The message typically states that a specific value (or characteristic) is not valid for the independent characteristic being referenced.
Cause:
The error can occur due to several reasons:
- Invalid Characteristic Value: The value being used for the independent characteristic does not exist in the master data or is not valid for the context in which it is being used.
- Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or the data being processed, leading to the characteristic being flagged as invalid.
- Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the independent characteristic may not be set up correctly, leading to the error.
- Missing Master Data: The required master data for the independent characteristic may be missing or not properly maintained.
Solution:
To resolve the UCD1047 error, you can take the following steps:
Check Characteristic Values:
- Verify that the values being used for the independent characteristic are valid and exist in the master data.
- Use transaction codes like
SE11
(Data Dictionary) orSE16
(Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for valid entries.Review Configuration:
- Check the configuration settings for the independent characteristic in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g.,
SPRO
).- Ensure that the characteristic is properly defined and that all necessary settings are in place.
Data Consistency Check:
- Run consistency checks on the data to identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the error.
- Use tools like the Data Consistency Checker (if available) to identify and resolve data issues.
Maintain Master Data:
- If the required master data is missing, create or update the necessary entries to ensure that the independent characteristic has valid values.
Consult Documentation:
- Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with for additional guidance.
Seek Help from SAP Support:
- If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
Related Information:
SE11
, SE16
, SPRO
, and others.By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UCD1047 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.
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