How To Fix UGMD215 - Could not create or determine an SID for value &1 of characteristic &2

UGMD215 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Could not create or determine an SID for value &1 of characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

Value &V1& was imported for characteristic &V2&. An existing or a new
SID should be determined for this value, but this was not possible.

System Response

No values are imported for characteristic &V2&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD215 - Could not create or determine an SID for value &1 of characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD215, which states "Could not create or determine an SID for value &1 of characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when working with InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or similar environments. This error indicates that the system is unable to generate a Surrogate ID (SID) for a specific value of a characteristic.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The value for the characteristic does not exist in the master data table. The SID cannot be created because the system cannot find the corresponding entry.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries or incorrect data types.
  Buffer Issues: The SID buffer may not be updated or may be inconsistent, leading to issues in SID determination.
  Incorrect Data Load: The data being loaded may not conform to the expected format or may contain invalid values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify