How To Fix UMK208 - Characteristic value '&' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Characteristic value '&' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK208 - Characteristic value '&' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UMK208 indicates that a characteristic value specified in your operation does not exist in the system. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when working with characteristics in SAP's material management or production planning modules.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Characteristic Value: The characteristic value you are trying to use (represented by '&' in the error message) has not been defined in the system for the specified characteristic.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic value you are trying to enter.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be assigned to the material or may not be active in the current configuration context.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and verify that the characteristic value you are trying to use is defined for the relevant characteristic.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code CU50 (Configuration) to check the configuration of the material in question. Ensure that the characteristic is included in the configuration profile and that the value you are trying to use is valid.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the characteristic value you are entering. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Status:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic and its values are active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  If you are using dependencies in your configuration, ensure that the dependencies are correctly set up and that they do not restrict the characteristic value you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the characteristic values, consult the documentation or the configuration guide for your specific SAP implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: To create or change characteristics.
  CU50: To configure materials.
  CS01: To create a BOM (Bill of Materials) if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify characteristics and their values.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMK208 error and successfully use the desired characteristic value in your SAP system.