How To Fix UCT2008 - Single selection &1: Fixing of independent characteristic &2 not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCT2 - Messages for Hierarchy Selections

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Single selection &1: Fixing of independent characteristic &2 not unique

What causes this issue?

The independent characteristics need to be restricted with the same
value in all restrictions by single values and ranges. This is not the
case for independent characteristic &V2&.

System Response

The single selection cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the restriction of independent characteristic &V2&.

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 UCT2008 - Single selection &1: Fixing of independent characteristic &2 not unique ?

  The SAP error message UCT2008, which states "Single selection &1: Fixing of independent characteristic &2 not unique," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when dealing with queries or data modeling involving characteristics and key figures.
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is an attempt to fix an independent characteristic in a query or data model, but the selection criteria applied to that characteristic are not unique. In other words, the system is unable to determine a single value for the characteristic because multiple values exist in the data set.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Query Design: Review the query design in the Query Designer. Ensure that the characteristic in question is set up correctly and that the selection criteria are appropriate.
  
  
  Review Characteristic Values: Investigate the values of the independent characteristic in the underlying data. If there are multiple values for the characteristic, you may need to refine your selection criteria to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  Modify Filters: If applicable, modify the filters or selections in your query to ensure that they lead to a unique selection of the independent characteristic.
  
  
  Aggregation: If the characteristic is meant to be aggregated, consider whether the aggregation settings are appropriate for your use case.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the InfoProvider is consistent and that there are no duplicates or unexpected values that could lead to ambiguity.
  
  
  Test with Different Selections: Try running the query with different selections or parameters to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific values or combinations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional insights or specific recommendations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on query design and data modeling in SAP BW to better understand how to manage characteristics and selections.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UCT2008 error and implement a solution to resolve it.