How To Fix UCM0128 - Attribute &2 of characteristic &1 cannot be used in selections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Attribute &2 of characteristic &1 cannot be used in selections

What causes this issue?

You have linked the attribute &V2& of characteristic &V1& with the local
attribute &V3&. By doing this, the attribute is no longer directly
available for selection in the consolidation system.
However, the attribute is defined as a selection attribute.

System Response

The settings for attribute &V2& of characteristic &V1& are inconsistent
and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Either use attribute &V2& of the characteristic &V1& as a display
attribute, or undo the link with local attribute &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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0128 - Attribute &2 of characteristic &1 cannot be used in selections ?

  The SAP error message UCM0128 indicates that there is an issue with the use of a specific attribute of a characteristic in selections. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data modeling and reporting tools, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA, where attributes are used to filter or select data.
  Cause:
  The error message UCM0128 is triggered when:
  
  Attribute Not Usable in Selections: The attribute you are trying to use in your selection criteria is not defined as usable for selection in the characteristic's settings.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the characteristic may not allow the attribute to be used in queries or selections.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data model that prevent the attribute from being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCM0128 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system.
  Verify the settings for the attribute in question. Ensure that the attribute is marked as "usable for selection" in the characteristic's technical settings.
  
  
  
  Modify Query or Selection:
  
  If the attribute is not intended to be used for selection, consider modifying your query or selection criteria to use a different attribute or characteristic that is valid.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Adjust Data Model:
  
  If there are issues with the data model, consider rebuilding or adjusting the data model to ensure that all attributes and characteristics are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional guidance on handling attributes and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW/4HANA: If you are using SAP BW/4HANA, ensure that you are familiar with the new modeling concepts and how they differ from previous versions.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data modeling in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCM0128 error and implement a suitable solution.