How To Fix UCFE271 - Characteristic value in the header is not ready for input

UCFE271 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFE - Messages for Data Entry Layouts

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Characteristic value in the header is not ready for input

What causes this issue?

Either the characteristic value in the header is not ready for input or
the combination of characteristics reflects invalid input data.

System Response

The entire table is not regarded as input data.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFE271 - Characteristic value in the header is not ready for input ?

  The SAP error message UCFE271, which states "Characteristic value in the header is not ready for input," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration for variant configuration (VC) or when dealing with configurable materials. This error indicates that the characteristic value in the header of a document (like a sales order or production order) is not available for input, which can prevent users from proceeding with their tasks.
  Causes:
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic in question may not be set up correctly in the configuration profile. It might be marked as "not ready for input" due to its dependencies or settings in the configuration profile.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies defined in the configuration that restrict the input of certain characteristic values based on the values of other characteristics.
  Status of the Document: The document (e.g., sales order, production order) may be in a status that does not allow changes to the header characteristics.
  User