How To Fix UMM_CUSTOMIZING035 - Invalid entry for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMM_CUSTOMIZING - Messages from the Management Cockpit Maintenance Transaction

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Invalid entry for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

You entered an invalid value when restricting the characteristics. The
error also occurs if you have left the field for the fixed value or the
variable name empty.

System Response

The current characteristic value cannot be transferred.

How to fix this error?

Depending on which way you choose to restrict the characteristic
values,you can solve the problem as follows:
Fixed value
Ensure that the selected value is included in the range of permitted
characteristic values.
Variable
Choose a variable that is defined for the characteristic or create a
new variable.

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

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMM_CUSTOMIZING035 - Invalid entry for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UMM_CUSTOMIZING035, which states "Invalid entry for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with characteristics in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the value assigned to a characteristic in a configuration profile or during the configuration of a product.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value entered for the characteristic does not exist in the list of allowed values for that characteristic.
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant class or material.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the characteristic value assignments.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristic values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (Transaction code: CT04).
  Verify that the characteristic &1 has the correct allowed values defined.
  Ensure that the value you are trying to enter is indeed one of the allowed values.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Check the configuration profile for the material or product you are working with (Transaction code: CU41).
  Ensure that the characteristic is included in the configuration profile and that it is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entries:
  
  If you find that the characteristic value is incorrect, update it to a valid value.
  If the characteristic is missing from the configuration, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristic values. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific configuration you are working on, as there may be specific rules or constraints that apply.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CU41: Maintain Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Variant Configuration or the specific module you are working with.