How To Fix UGMD135 - Definition of characteristic &1 has changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Definition of characteristic &1 has changed

What causes this issue?

The definition of characteristic &v1& or the corresponding InfoObject in
a connected BW system has changed. Therefore it is necessary to convert
any existing old data for this characteristic.

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?

Convert the data using the <DS:TX.UG_MD_CM_INTRO>Data Model Synchronizer
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD135 - Definition of characteristic &1 has changed ?

  The SAP error message UGMD135, which states "Definition of characteristic &1 has changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics in the context of material management, production planning, or similar modules. This error indicates that the definition of a characteristic (identified by &1) has been modified, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in the data that relies on that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Characteristic Definition: The characteristic may have been altered in terms of its data type, allowed values, or other attributes.
  Inconsistent Data: Existing data that uses the characteristic may not comply with the new definition, leading to conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies if the transport was not executed properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the change logs or documentation to understand what changes were made to the characteristic definition.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data that uses the characteristic to identify any records that may be causing the issue.
  Update Data: If necessary, update the affected records to comply with the new definition of the characteristic.
  Recreate or Adjust Characteristics: If the changes are not acceptable, consider reverting the characteristic to its previous state or adjusting the dependent data accordingly.
  Transport Management: Ensure that all relevant transports are correctly applied and that there are no missing components that could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) or CL02 (to maintain classes) to review and modify characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and classification management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UGMD135 error and ensure that your characteristic definitions and related data are consistent and accurate.