How To Fix UPP_LB040 - Use of planning in characteristics hierarchy is not possible

UPP_LB040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_LB - Layout Builder: Messages

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Use of planning in characteristics hierarchy is not possible

What causes this issue?

A planning in characteristic hierarchy should be executed. Though key
figures should also be displayed in the lead columns. But both options
are not compatible.

System Response

The setting for planning in characteristic hierarchy is reset.,,,,,,

How to fix this error?

If you want to execute a planning in characteristic hierarchy, then put
the key figures in the data columns. Apart from that you need at least
two characteristics in the lead column for this kind of planning, with
which you form the hierarchies.

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 UPP_LB040 - Use of planning in characteristics hierarchy is not possible ?

  The SAP error message UPP_LB040, which states "Use of planning in characteristics hierarchy is not possible," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning applications, particularly when working with characteristics hierarchies in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
  
  Cause:
  This error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  
  Characteristics Hierarchy Configuration: The characteristics hierarchy may not be properly configured for planning. In SAP, certain characteristics must be set up to allow planning activities.
  
  
  Planning Mode: The planning mode for the characteristic hierarchy may not be enabled. If the hierarchy is not set to allow planning, you will encounter this error.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: The data source associated with the planning area or the characteristic hierarchy may not be correctly defined or may not support planning.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform planning activities on the specified characteristic hierarchy.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of