How To Fix UMB272 - Line &1: CPM variable '&2' cannot be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Line &1: CPM variable '&2' cannot be selected

What causes this issue?

The CPM variable &V2& is assigned to the characteristic &V3&, but not
to the characteristic &V4&.

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?

Select a suitable CPM variable.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB272 - Line &1: CPM variable '&2' cannot be selected ?

  The SAP error message UMB272 indicates that a specific characteristic or variable in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the context of the Cost Planning Module (CPM), cannot be selected for a particular line item. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration or the data associated with the variable in question.
  Cause:
  
  Variable Configuration: The variable '&2' may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect definitions in the variable settings.
  Data Availability: The data for the variable may not be available for the selected line item. This could happen if the variable is not relevant for the specific context or if there is no data associated with it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable or the data associated with it.
  Incompatibility: The variable may not be compatible with the selected line item due to the context or the type of planning being performed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the CPM variables and ensure that the variable '&2' is correctly defined and activated.
  Verify that the variable is relevant for the planning scenario you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Verification:
  
  Check if there is any data available for the variable in the relevant planning area. If there is no data, you may need to enter or upload the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the variable and the associated data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Context:
  
  Ensure that the planning context (e.g., version, fiscal year, etc.) is appropriate for the variable being used. Sometimes, certain variables are only applicable in specific contexts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific variable and its usage within the CPM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KP26 (Activity Type Planning) that may be related to the planning process you are working on.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UMB272 error and implement a suitable solution.