How To Fix UCM0140 - Characteristic &1, attribute &2: Invalid link to local attribute &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Characteristic &1, attribute &2: Invalid link to local attribute &3

What causes this issue?

The attribute &V2& of characteristic &V1& is currently linked to the
local attribute &V3&. However, the system does not support this link.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Either maintain the data basis and remove the link, or select a local
attribute that is listed in input help (F4).

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0140 - Characteristic &1, attribute &2: Invalid link to local attribute &3 ?

  The SAP error message UCM0140 indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic and its associated attributes in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of classification or variant configuration. The message typically means that there is an invalid link between a characteristic and a local attribute.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may be incorrectly configured to link to an attribute that does not exist or is not valid in the current context.
  Missing Attributes: The local attribute that the characteristic is trying to link to may not be defined or may have been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as changes made to the attributes or characteristics that have not been properly updated in all relevant areas.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the attributes or characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve