How To Fix UCM0040 - Dependent characteristic &2: Characteristic &3 is not allocated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Dependent characteristic &2: Characteristic &3 is not allocated

What causes this issue?

Data basis &V1& is supposed to contain the dependent characteristic
&V2&. However, the associated independent characteristic &V3& is not
allocated to the data basis.

System Response

Field catalog of data basis &V1& is inconsistent and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use characteristic &V2& in data basis &V1&, you must
also add characteristic &V3&.

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 UCM0040 - Dependent characteristic &2: Characteristic &3 is not allocated ?

  The SAP error message UCM0040 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation of characteristics in the context of a dependent characteristic. Specifically, the message states that a certain characteristic (denoted as &3) is not allocated for a dependent characteristic (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics are used to define the properties of objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Allocation: The characteristic that is referenced in the error message is not allocated to the dependent characteristic. This means that the system does not recognize the relationship between the two characteristics.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the classification system where the dependent characteristic is not properly set up to reference the required characteristic.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data or settings that prevent the system from recognizing the relationship between the characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Allocation:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check the allocation of the characteristics. Ensure that the characteristic &3 is properly allocated to the dependent characteristic &2.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant classification settings in the SAP GUI, typically found under the transaction codes like CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic).
  
  
  
  Review Dependency Settings:
  
  If you are using dependencies (like in variant configuration), check the dependency settings to ensure that the dependent characteristic is correctly defined and that all required characteristics are allocated.
  Use transaction code CU01 (Create Dependency) or CU02 (Change Dependency) to review and modify the dependencies.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Characteristics:
  
  If the allocation is missing, you may need to reconfigure the characteristics. This involves going into the classification system and ensuring that all necessary characteristics are linked correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the classification system to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on setting up characteristics and dependencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Characteristic), CL02 (Change Characteristic), CL03 (Display Characteristic), CU01 (Create Dependency), and CU02 (Change Dependency).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCM0040 error and ensure that your characteristics are properly allocated in the SAP system.