How To Fix UCM0201 - Characteristic &1 is not properly linked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not properly linked

What causes this issue?

The role &V3& is assigned to characteristic &V2& in
<DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1>data basis</> &V1&.
Characteristics with this role must be linked to exactly one
characteristic with the role &V4& in such a way that their hierarchy
structure is identical (except for assignments from &V4& to &V3&). From
a technical standpoint, this link is missing for characteristic &V2&.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

To continue working in the current consolidation area, first you need to
restore the missing link. You can do this by checking and backing up
data basis &V1&.
To be able to maintain the data basis, either start the workbench in a
consolidation area that uses a different data basis, or start the
workbench without a consolidation area at all. (In the latter case, you
can only maintain the data basis and the consolidation area.)
If you want to change the consolidation area in order to start the
ordinary workbench, click on <DS:TRAN.UCMP0>this link</>.
If you want to start the limited workbench without a consolidation area,
click on <DS:TRAN.UCWB02>this link</>.

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 UCM0201 - Characteristic &1 is not properly linked ?

  The SAP error message UCM0201, which states "Characteristic &1 is not properly linked," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the classification of materials or objects. This error indicates that there is an issue with how a characteristic is associated with a class or object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Linkage: The characteristic may not be properly linked to the class or object in the classification hierarchy.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the characteristic itself, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the characteristic.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the characteristic from being linked correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic) and verify that the characteristic is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate class.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the characteristic is active.
  
  
  
  Link the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not linked to the class, you can link it using transaction code CL02 (Change Class).
  Navigate to the class where the characteristic should be linked and add the characteristic if it is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristic. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the classification data to identify any inconsistencies or errors. This can often be done through transaction codes like CL20N (Mass Change of Class) or CL24N (Display Class).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL20N: Mass Change of Class
  CL24N: Display Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on classification and characteristics.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the UCM0201 error message in SAP.