How To Fix UCM0002 - Characteristic &2 not found in data basis &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Characteristic &2 not found in data basis &1

What causes this issue?

In the current context, you can use only the characteristics in
<DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1> data basis</> &V1&.
Characteristic &V2& is not contained in data basis &V1&.

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?

Do not use characteristic &V2&, or add the characteristic to data basis
&V1&.
To launch the workbench without the consolidation area, click on this
<DS:TRAN.UCWB02>link</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0002 - Characteristic &2 not found in data basis &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCM0002, which states "Characteristic &2 not found in data basis &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics in the context of master data management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific characteristic (identified by &2) in the specified data basis (identified by &1).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to access or use does not exist in the specified data basis. This could be due to a typo in the characteristic name or it not being created in the system.
  Incorrect Data Basis: The data basis you are referencing may not be the correct one, or it may not contain the characteristic you are looking for.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the characteristic or data basis.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the classification system may not be set up correctly, leading to missing characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Characteristic Name: Check the spelling and ensure that the characteristic name you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the classification system and looking for the characteristic.
  Check Data Basis: Ensure that the data basis you are referencing is correct and that it indeed contains the characteristic you are trying to access.
  Create Missing Characteristic: If the characteristic does not exist, you may need to create it in the classification system. This can be done through the transaction code CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL01 (Create Characteristic).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and the data basis. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the classification system is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and data bases in the classification system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCM0002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.