How To Fix UCT5001 - Type &2 is not valid for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCT5 - Messages for Selection Conditions/Target Accounting Objects

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Type &2 is not valid for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

Type "&V2&" is specified for characteristic &V1&. This type is not
allowed in the current Customizing context.

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?

Choose one of the default types in Customizing for the selection
conditions or target account assignment for characteristic &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCT5001 - Type &2 is not valid for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCT5001 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristic type being used in a certain context, typically within the context of classification or variant configuration. The message states that the type specified for a characteristic is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Type: The characteristic type specified (denoted as &2 in the error message) does not match the expected type for the characteristic (denoted as &1). This can happen if the characteristic is defined incorrectly or if there is a mismatch in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the classification system, or it may not be assigned to the correct class.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect type is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the transaction code CT04 (for creating or changing characteristics) and verify the definition of the characteristic. Ensure that the type of the characteristic is correctly defined.
  Review Class Assignment: Use transaction code CL02 to check the class assignment for the characteristic. Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class and that the class is configured to accept the type of characteristic you are trying to use.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error occurred during data entry, double-check the values being entered to ensure they match the expected types for the characteristics.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific configuration you are working with to ensure compliance with expected standards.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Characteristic), CL02 (Class), and CU01 (Change Object Dependencies) for managing characteristics and classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and classes in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in classification and variant configuration.