How To Fix UGMD201 - Characteristic &1 does not exist

UGMD201 - Overview

• 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UGMD201 - Details

• 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