How To Fix UPB_EXIT005 - Characteristic &1 maintained in char. relationships is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB_EXIT - Planning Applications: Messages on Delivered Exits

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Characteristic &1 maintained in char. relationships is not supported

What causes this issue?

The function module UPB_TIME_EXIT_FISC_CREATE is entered in connection
with characteristic &v1& as the function module for the combination
proposal in the characteristic relationships of the current planning
area. But the module only supports the combination proposal for the
characteristics 0FISCPER, 0FISCYEAR, and 0FISCPER3.

System Response

Processsing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Correct the characteristic relationships in the current planning area.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB_EXIT005 - Characteristic &1 maintained in char. relationships is not supported ?

  The SAP error message UPB_EXIT005 indicates that a characteristic maintained in characteristic relationships is not supported. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there are issues with the configuration of characteristics in planning models.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Characteristics: The characteristic that is being referenced in the characteristic relationships may not be supported in the current planning model or version of SAP.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the characteristic relationships, such as using a characteristic that is not allowed in the context of the planning model.
  Version Compatibility: The characteristic may be valid in one version of the planning model but not in another, leading to compatibility issues.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or characteristics after the relationships were defined can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Relationships: Check the characteristic relationships defined in your planning model. Ensure that all characteristics used are valid and supported.
  Update Characteristics: If a characteristic is no longer supported, consider removing it from the relationships or replacing it with a supported characteristic.
  Check Model Configuration: Ensure that the planning model is correctly configured and that all characteristics are properly defined and supported.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for your specific version of BPC or IBP to understand which characteristics are supported and any limitations that may apply.
  Test Changes: After making changes to the characteristic relationships or model configuration, test the planning process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on supported characteristics.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to characteristic relationships in SAP BPC or IBP for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPB_EXIT005 error and implement a solution to resolve it.