How To Fix UPP_LB002 - Enter a valid value for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_LB - Layout Builder: Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter a valid value for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_LB002 - Enter a valid value for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UPP_LB002, which states "Enter a valid value for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where characteristics are used to define product attributes or planning parameters.
  
  Cause:
  This error message is triggered when a user attempts to enter a value for a characteristic that is either invalid, not defined, or not allowed in the current context. Common causes include:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value entered does not match the allowed values for the specified characteristic.
  Missing Characteristic Definition: The characteristic may not be defined in the system or may not be active for the current planning object.
  Contextual Restrictions: The characteristic may have restrictions based on the context in which it is being used (e.g., certain characteristics may only be valid for specific product types).
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that lead to