How To Fix UCF5003 - Maximum number of characteristics for fast entry (&1) exceeded (&2)


UCF5003 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UCF5 - Messages for Two-Sided Elimination

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Maximum number of characteristics for fast entry (&1) exceeded (&2)

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  • What causes this issue?

    For technical reasons, the maximum possible number of characteristics
    that can be defined for fast entry is limited to &V1&. Note that the
    characteristics in the components "Other Differences" and "Currency
    Differences" are counted twice - once for debit assignments and once
    for credit assignments.
    The current number of components for fast entry is &V2&.

    System Response

    Layout definition can not be saved.

    How to fix this error?

    Reduce the number of characteristics to be defined in fast entry to a
    maximum of &V1&.

    Procedure for System Administrators

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF5003 - Maximum number of characteristics for fast entry (&1) exceeded (&2) ?
    The SAP error message UCF5003 indicates that the maximum number of characteristics for fast entry has been exceeded. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where you are trying to enter or manage characteristics for a classification object (like a material or a document) using the fast entry screen.
    
    Cause: The error is triggered when the number of characteristics you are trying to enter exceeds the predefined limit set in the system. This limit is defined in the configuration of the classification system and can vary based on the specific implementation or version of SAP you are using.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches: Reduce the Number of Characteristics: Review the characteristics you are trying to enter and see if you can reduce the number. Only include the most essential characteristics that are necessary for your classification. Check Configuration Settings: If you have the necessary authorization, check the

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