How To Fix UCFE843 - Item &1 is not segmented; only the value "other" is allowed

UCFE843 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFE - Messages for Data Entry Layouts

• Message number: 843

• Message text: Item &1 is not segmented; only the value "other" is allowed

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& is not segmented; however, "other" is inserted as a value for
the partner unit when inserting a new row.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the value for the item or the partner unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFE843 - Item &1 is not segmented; only the value "other" is allowed ?

  The SAP error message UCFE843 indicates that an item in your system is not segmented, and as a result, only the value "other" is permitted for that item. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics that require segmentation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Segmented Item: The item you are trying to process is not defined as segmented in the system. Segmentation is a way to categorize items based on specific characteristics, and if an item is not segmented, it cannot have specific values assigned to it other than the default "other."
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the item or the classification system may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an attempt to assign a value to a characteristic that is not allowed for non-segmented items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Configuration: Review the configuration of the item in question. Ensure that it is