How To Fix UGMD620 - Characteristic &1 is not registered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not registered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD620 - Characteristic &1 is not registered ?

  The SAP error message UGMD620 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1 in the message) is not registered in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with characteristics in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Unregistered Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use has not been defined or registered in the system. This can happen if the characteristic was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be included in the configuration profile or may not be assigned to the relevant object (like a material or class).
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from recognizing the characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported correctly to the production environment, it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and check if the characteristic exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Register the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic exists but is not registered, ensure it is properly assigned to the relevant class or configuration profile.
  Use transaction CL02 (Class Maintenance) to check if the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profiles:
  
  Check the configuration profile associated with the material or object to ensure that the characteristic is included.
  Use transaction CU41 (Configuration Profile) to review and modify the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the characteristic. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the characteristic was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been transported correctly. Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  CU41: Configuration Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGMD620 error and implement a solution to resolve it.