How To Fix UCM1003 - Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM1 - Messages for Explicit Values Maintenance

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

&V1& is not a valid value for characteristic &V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use the input help or Drag&Drop to select a valid value for
characteristic &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM1003 - Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCM1003 ("Value &1 does not exist for characteristic &2") typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics and their associated values in the context of material master data, classification, or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is trying to assign a value (represented by &1) to a characteristic (represented by &2) that does not exist in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Value: The value you are trying to use has not been defined for the specified characteristic in the classification system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the value being entered, leading the system to not recognize it.
  Incorrect Characteristic: The characteristic itself may not be correctly defined or may not be linked to the material or object you are working with.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCM1003 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic) and verify that the characteristic &2 is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the characteristic is active and has the correct data type.
  
  
  
  Check Allowed Values:
  
  In the same transaction (CT04), check the allowed values for the characteristic. Ensure that the value &1 you are trying to use is listed there.
  If the value is missing, you can add it by going to the "Values" tab and creating a new entry.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  If you are working with a material, check the material master data using transaction MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that the material is correctly classified and that the characteristic is assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the value you are entering for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches exactly with the defined values.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or data management team to ensure that the classification data is consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the characteristics and values, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who is knowledgeable about the classification system in your SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  MM03: Display Material
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to classification and characteristics.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify characteristics and values in the classification system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCM1003 error and implement the appropriate solution.