How To Fix UPB354 - Characteristic &3 of variable &1(&2) does not appear in any used level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB - BPS: Balance sheet planning messages

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Characteristic &3 of variable &1(&2) does not appear in any used level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB354 - Characteristic &3 of variable &1(&2) does not appear in any used level ?

  The SAP error message UPB354 indicates that a characteristic defined in a variable does not appear in any of the levels that are being used in a planning scenario. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when working with planning models and variables.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic in Levels: The characteristic specified in the error message is not included in the levels of the planning model or the specific planning view you are working with.
  Incorrect Variable Definition: The variable may have been defined incorrectly, or it may reference a characteristic that is not relevant for the current planning context.
  Changes in Model Structure: If there have been recent changes to the planning model or the characteristics used, it may lead to inconsistencies where the variable references characteristics that are no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Definition: Review the definition of the variable (variable &1) to ensure that it is correctly set up and that the characteristic (&3) is intended to be used.
  Update Levels: Ensure that the characteristic is included in the levels of the planning model. You may need to modify the planning view or model to include the missing characteristic.
  Recreate Variable: If the variable is not correctly defined, consider deleting and recreating it with the correct settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly define variables and characteristics in your specific planning context.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the planning scenario again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP BPC or IBP to better understand how to manage variables and characteristics effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UPB354 error and implement a solution to resolve it.