How To Fix UCM0063 - The role Cons Unit cannot be allocated to characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 063

• Message text: The role Cons Unit cannot be allocated to characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

The characteristic &V2& is in a compound relationship with
characteristic &V3&. This is not allowed because the
<DS:GLOS.352A9505D3895CD5E10000009B38F974>consolidation group</> role
has been assigned to the characteristic &V3&.

System Response

The field catalog of
<DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1>data basis</> &V1& is not
consistent and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Use another characteristic with the <LS>consolidation unit</> role, or
change the definition of the characteristic &V2& in BW.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0063 - The role Cons Unit cannot be allocated to characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCM0063, which states "The role Cons Unit cannot be allocated to characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Change Management (UCM) or when dealing with characteristics in the context of classification or master data management.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The characteristic you are trying to assign the Cons Unit role to may not be compatible with that role. This can happen if the characteristic is not defined to accept a unit of measure or if it is not set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the characteristic may not be complete. For example, the characteristic might not have been defined to allow for the assignment of a Cons Unit.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the master data or classification data that prevent the assignment of the Cons Unit.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCM0063 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the characteristic in question (transaction code CT04 for characteristics).
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up to allow for the assignment of a Cons Unit. Check the settings related to units of measure.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignment:
  
  Verify that the role you are trying to assign is appropriate for the characteristic. If the role is not meant for that characteristic, you may need to choose a different role.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the data associated with the characteristic to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors. This includes checking for any missing values or incorrect data types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (to manage characteristics) and possibly others related to classification and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UCM0063 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with 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 identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.