How To Fix UPB_CMI012 - Invalid characteristic value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB_CMI - CMI: Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Invalid characteristic value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB_CMI012 - Invalid characteristic value ?

  The SAP error message UPB_CMI012, which indicates "Invalid characteristic value," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This error suggests that a characteristic value being used in a planning or consolidation process is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Value: The characteristic value being referenced may not exist in the master data or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being used may not match the expected data type for that characteristic (e.g., using a string where a numeric value is expected).
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the characteristic may not be loaded or may be incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning model or the characteristics themselves.
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of data, the characteristic value may not be valid in the current version context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Characteristic Values: Check the characteristic values in the master data to ensure that the value you are trying to use is valid and exists.
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data type of the characteristic value matches the expected type in the planning model.
  Load Missing Master Data: If the required master data is missing, load or update the master data to include the necessary characteristic values.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning model and characteristics to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check Version Context: Make sure you are working within the correct version context and that the characteristic values are valid for that version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to UPB_CMI012 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BPC or IBP documentation for guidance on characteristic values and master data management.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSC1 (for InfoObjects) or RSD1 (for InfoProviders) to check the definitions and values of characteristics.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPB_CMI012 error and implement a solution to resolve it.