How To Fix UCF8016 - Value combination &1 is not valid for characteristics "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF8 - Messages for Manual Journal Entry

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Value combination &1 is not valid for characteristics "&2"

What causes this issue?

You want to execute the current task for a selected range of
characteristics, which does not include the value combination &V1& for
characteristics &V2&.
Therefore, this value cannot be booked.

System Response

Task cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Book a valid value combination for characteristics &V2&.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF8016 - Value combination &1 is not valid for characteristics "&2" ?

  The SAP error message UCF8016 indicates that there is an issue with the value combination for a characteristic in the context of SAP's classification system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to assign a value to a characteristic that is not valid based on the configuration of the classification system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Value Combination: The specific value combination for the characteristic being used does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The characteristic not being assigned to the class.
  The value not being defined for the characteristic in the classification system.
  The characteristic being restricted by certain dependencies or conditions that are not met.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the characteristics and their values are configured in the classification system. This could include missing entries in the characteristic value assignments.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect value or selected a value that is not applicable for the given characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check the configuration of the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that the value you are trying to assign is valid.
  
  
  
  Verify Value Assignment:
  
  Check if the value you are trying to assign to the characteristic is defined in the system.
  If the value is missing, you may need to create it or modify the existing configuration to include the necessary value.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  If there are dependencies or conditions that restrict the assignment of certain values, review these to ensure that the current context allows for the value combination you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure characteristics and their values.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to assign the value again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CT04 (Change Characteristic), or CL01 (Create Class) to manage classifications and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and classes in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in classification and material management.