How To Fix UCMI009 - Characteristic &1 of breakdown category &2 is not a subassignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMI - Messages for Breakdown Category, Item, Document Type, ...

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Characteristic &1 of breakdown category &2 is not a subassignment

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &v1& in breakdown category &v2& is not a subassignment.
This means that it cannot be included in the breakdown category and
that it cannot have a breakdown.

System Response

Processing terminated.

How to fix this error?

Remove characteristic &v1& from breakdown category &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCMI009 - Characteristic &1 of breakdown category &2 is not a subassignment ?

  The SAP error message UCMI009 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristic assignment in the context of breakdown categories within the SAP system. This error typically arises when a characteristic that is expected to be a subassignment of a breakdown category is not correctly defined or linked.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic specified in the error message is not configured as a subassignment for the breakdown category in the system.
  Missing Assignment: The characteristic may not be assigned to the breakdown category at all, leading to this error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the characteristic as a valid subassignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the breakdown categories in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the characteristic mentioned in the error message is correctly defined as a subassignment for the specified breakdown category.
  
  
  
  Assign Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not assigned, you will need to assign it to the breakdown category. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant module (e.g., Quality Management, Plant Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the breakdown category and the characteristic. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly entered and that there are no missing links.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs. This may involve creating or modifying a record that uses the breakdown category and characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OMC1 (Define Breakdown Categories), and OMC2 (Assign Characteristics to Breakdown Categories).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on configuring breakdown categories and characteristics.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and assignments, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional expert who specializes in the relevant module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCMI009 error and ensure that the characteristic is properly recognized as a subassignment of the breakdown category.