How To Fix UGMD201 - Characteristic &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Characteristic &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Table contents were transported for the field &V1&. However, the field
does not exist and cannot be created in this system, that is, the
target system.

System Response

Table contents not imported

How to fix this error?

Check the transport request and, if necessary, repeat the transport.

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 UGMD201 - Characteristic &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UGMD201, which states "Characteristic &1 does not exist," 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. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Characteristic: The characteristic referenced by &1 does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the characteristic name or the characteristic not being created in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be assigned to the class or object you are trying to use it with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the characteristic.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic name is spelled correctly and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the classification system (Transaction CL02) and checking the characteristics.
  Create the Characteristic: If the characteristic does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the classification system using Transaction CL01.
  Assign to Class: Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the appropriate class. You can check this in Transaction CL02 by looking at the class to which the characteristic should belong.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in Transaction SU01 or SU53.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the classification data to ensure there are no inconsistencies. This can sometimes be done through specific reports or transactions designed for data consistency checks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  CL20N: Class Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and classes in the classification system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for UGMD201 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.