How To Fix UPF039 - The time characteristic may not be selected for conditions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

• Message number: 039

• Message text: The time characteristic may not be selected for conditions

What causes this issue?

You have selected the time characteristic for conditions. You cannot do
this. Key figure values are forecast for all values to which the time
characteristic is restricted.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The time characteristic is automatically deleted from the
characteristics for the conditions.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPF039 - The time characteristic may not be selected for conditions ?

  The SAP error message UPF039, which states "The time characteristic may not be selected for conditions," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the time characteristics in your condition records.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The time characteristic has been incorrectly configured in the condition records or in the settings of the Profitability Analysis.
  Incompatibility: The time characteristic selected is not compatible with the type of condition you are trying to create or modify.
  Missing Settings: The necessary settings for the time characteristic may not have been defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPF039 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) and verify the settings for time characteristics.
  Ensure that the time characteristics you are trying to use are allowed for the specific condition type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records you are trying to create or modify. Make sure that the time characteristics selected are appropriate for the conditions you are working with.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Characteristics:
  
  If you find that the time characteristic is not suitable, consider changing it to a compatible one or removing it if it is not necessary for your analysis.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the use of time characteristics in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify the condition records again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to CO-PA configuration, such as KEA0 (Profitability Analysis: Report) and KE4S (Create Condition).
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on CO-PA to better understand the use of time characteristics and conditions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UPF039 error and implement a solution to resolve it.