How To Fix UCM0125 - Only up to two characteristics with the role "cons unit" are supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Only up to two characteristics with the role "cons unit" are supported

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.D5692F24DA2CD511BCBF0800060D9C68>Consolidation area</> &V1&
contains &V2& characteristics with the role <ZK>consolidation unit</>.
However, only up to two characteristics with the role <ZK>consolidation
unit</> are allowed per consolidation area.

System Response

The definition of consolidation area &V1& is inconsistent and cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Check the data model to see whether the <ZK>consolidation unit</> role
really should contain more than two characteristics of
<DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1>data basis</> &V3&.
In this case, select two of these characteristics to be used in
consolidation area &V1&.

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 UCM0125 - Only up to two characteristics with the role "cons unit" are supported ?

  The SAP error message UCM0125, which states "Only up to two characteristics with the role 'cons unit' are supported," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Configuration Management (UCM) or similar modules where characteristics are defined for products or configurations.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a configuration or product definition includes more than two characteristics that are assigned the role of "cons unit" (consumption unit). In SAP, a consumption unit is a characteristic that is used to define how a product is consumed or utilized. The system has a limitation that allows only two such characteristics to be defined for a single configuration.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Characteristics: Check the characteristics assigned to the configuration or product. Identify which ones are marked as "cons unit."
  
  
  Limit to Two Characteristics: If you find that there are more than two characteristics with the "cons unit" role, you will need to modify the configuration:
  
  Remove or change the role of one or more characteristics so that only two remain as "cons unit."
  Consider whether any of the characteristics can be combined or if their roles can be adjusted to fit within the system's limitations.
  
  
  
  Test Configuration: After making the necessary changes, test the configuration again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Documentation: Document the changes made for future reference and to inform other team members about the limitation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any updates or additional guidance related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may provide specific solutions or workarounds.
  Configuration Management: Familiarize yourself with the configuration management settings in SAP, especially how characteristics and their roles are defined and managed.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCM0125 error and successfully configure your product or configuration in SAP.