How To Fix UGMD2401 - Characteristic &1 cannot be used in this environment

UGMD2401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD2 - Master Data Maintenance (SEM: FIN Basis)

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Characteristic &1 cannot be used in this environment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD2401 - Characteristic &1 cannot be used in this environment ?

  The SAP error message UGMD2401, which states "Characteristic &1 cannot be used in this environment," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data modeling or reporting environments, particularly when dealing with characteristics in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incompatible Environment: The characteristic you are trying to use may not be compatible with the current environment or context. For example, it might be a characteristic that is not supported in the specific type of query or report you are trying to run.
  
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the characteristic in question.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: The characteristic may not be properly defined in the data model, or it may not be activated in the relevant InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  
  
  Technical Settings: There may be technical settings or restrictions in place that prevent the characteristic from being used in