How To Fix UPP_LB013 - Characteristic &1 was put into the header area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_LB - Layout Builder: Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Characteristic &1 was put into the header area

What causes this issue?

In the present situation characteristic &V1& cannot be used in the data
area. This can have the following causes:
No selection is defined for the characteristic in the planning level.
The characteristic is not a time characteristic and a variable was
selected in the planning level as selection.
A variable was selected for the characteristic in the planning level
which contains several characteristics.

System Response

The system has moved characteristic &V1& from the data area onto the
header area.

How to fix this error?

In order to place characteristic &V1& in the data area again, change
the corresponding selection in the planning level.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_LB013 - Characteristic &1 was put into the header area ?

  The SAP error message UPP_LB013 indicates that a characteristic has been placed in the header area of a document or transaction, which is not allowed in the context of the specific process you are working with. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where characteristics are expected to be assigned to items rather than the header.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic in question may have been incorrectly configured to be used at the header level when it should only be applicable at the item level.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a document, a characteristic that is not allowed in the header area may have been inadvertently assigned.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the product or material may have characteristics that are not properly defined for the intended use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Assignment: Check the configuration of the characteristics in the relevant customizing settings. Ensure that the characteristic is set to be used at the item level only.
  Adjust Document Structure: If you are creating or modifying a document, ensure that you are assigning characteristics to the correct level (item level) and not to the header.
  Correct Master Data: Review the master data for the material or product in question. Make sure that the characteristics are correctly defined and assigned.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to manage characteristics in the context of your specific module (e.g., APO, PP, etc.).
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant configuration or master data (e.g., CT04 for characteristics, MM02 for material master).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPP_LB013 error and implement a solution to resolve it.