How To Fix UPP_LB014 - Incorrect value for characteristic &1. The value was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_LB - Layout Builder: Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Incorrect value for characteristic &1. The value was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_LB014 - Incorrect value for characteristic &1. The value was deleted ?

  The SAP error message UPP_LB014 indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic value in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules. The message states that the value for a specific characteristic (denoted as &1) is incorrect and has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The characteristic value being referenced may not exist in the master data or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the characteristic value table.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of characteristics or attributes in the system may lead to previously valid values becoming invalid.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from SAP ERP to SAP APO), there may be issues with the data transfer that result in missing or incorrect values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Value: Verify that the characteristic value exists in the relevant master data. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic in the SAP GUI and checking its values.
  Recreate or Reactivate Value: If the value has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or reactivate it if it was deactivated.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the data.
  Review Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration of characteristics, review those changes to ensure they are correct and do not affect existing data.
  Data Transfer Validation: If the issue arose during a data transfer, validate the data transfer process to ensure that all necessary values are being transferred correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CT04 (Create Characteristic) or CT05 (Change Characteristic) to manage characteristics and their values.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your master data management processes are robust to prevent such issues from occurring in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) for more details on managing characteristics and values.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.