How To Fix UGX2727 - Value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGX2 - Messages for XBRL Reporting

• Message number: 727

• Message text: Value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

You want to create the value &V2& for the characteristic &V1&.
This is <ZH>not</> allowed, because the new value &V2& contains one of
the following characters: &V3&

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

For the new value being created, do <ZH>not</> use any characters of the
following set: &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGX2727 - Value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UGX2727, which states "Value &2 is invalid for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their assigned values in the context of material master data, classification, or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Value Assignment: The value you are trying to assign to a characteristic does not exist in the list of allowed values for that characteristic. This can happen if:
  
  The value has not been defined in the characteristic's value list.
  There is a typo or formatting issue in the value being entered.
  The characteristic is not properly configured to accept the value.
  
  
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic itself may not be set up correctly in the classification system, or it may have restrictions that prevent certain values from being assigned.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification tables or issues with the material master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and check the definition of the characteristic &1.
  Ensure that the value &2 is included in the allowed values for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Correct the Value:
  
  If the value is incorrect, correct it to one of the valid values defined for the characteristic.
  If you are entering a new value, ensure that it is added to the characteristic's value list.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  If this error occurs while working with material master data, check the material's classification data to ensure that it is correctly assigned to the relevant classes and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify the characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: To create or change characteristics.
  CL02: To manage classes and their characteristics.
  MM02: To change material master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and classification.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGX2727 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.