How To Fix UCM0003 - Fixed characteristic &3: Value &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Fixed characteristic &3: Value &4 does not exist

What causes this issue?

According to the role definition in data basis &V1&, characteristic
&V3& is fixed in the consolidation area. However, consolidation area
&V2& does not have a valid value for this characteristic.

System Response

Error

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the desired role is assigned to characteristic &V3& in
data basis &V1&.
In consolidation area &V2& specify a valid value for characteristic
&V3&. If you decide to use &V4& as the value, first create a master
record with this key.
You can create a new value for characteristics that are maintained in
the Consolidation System directly from within the maintenance of
consolidation areas. There you directly insert the desired key as a
fixed value.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0003 - Fixed characteristic &3: Value &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UCM0003 indicates that a fixed characteristic value does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics and values in the context of materials, products, or other objects that utilize classification.
  Cause:
  The error message UCM0003 is triggered when:
  
  A fixed characteristic is defined for a class or object, but the specific value being referenced does not exist in the system.
  There may be a typo or incorrect value being used in the classification.
  The characteristic value may have been deleted or not created in the system.
  The characteristic itself may not be properly assigned to the class or object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCM0003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) and verify that the characteristic in question is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  
  
  
  Verify Characteristic Values:
  
  Use transaction code CT05 to check the values associated with the characteristic. Ensure that the value you are trying to use actually exists.
  If the value does not exist, you may need to create it using the same transaction code.
  
  
  
  Check Class Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 to check the class assignment and ensure that the characteristic is properly assigned to the class you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Input Data:
  
  Double-check the input data for any typos or incorrect entries that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the characteristics and values, consult the relevant documentation or reach out to your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CT05: Create/Change Characteristic Values
  CL02: Change Class
  
  
  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 view and modify characteristics and values in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCM0003 error in SAP.