How To Fix UPT041 - Value type does not have value 20 (planning)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPT -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Value type does not have value 20 (planning)

What causes this issue?

The data records to be retracted must be restricted for characteristic
value type to value 020. However, this is not the case.

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?

Restrict the value type in the characteristic selection for the planning
level or planning package to value 020.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPT041 - Value type does not have value 20 (planning) ?

  The SAP error message UPT041, which states "Value type does not have value 20 (planning)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning functions, particularly in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) environments. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific value type (in this case, value type 20) for a planning operation, but it is not available or not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Value Type Definition: The value type 20 may not be defined in the planning configuration. This can happen if the planning area or the planning version does not include this value type.
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version being used may not support the value type 20.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the configuration of the planning application that prevent the value type from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the value type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Value Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning area configuration in SAP and verify if value type 20 is defined. You can do this in the transaction code RSC1 (for InfoObjects) or RSPC (for process chains).
  If it is not defined, you may need to create or modify the value type settings.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the planning version you are using is correctly set up to include value type 20. You can check this in the planning version settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  Check the data model and ensure that all necessary components are correctly configured. This includes checking the InfoProviders and ensuring they are correctly linked to the planning area.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning functions and the specific value type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on value types and their configurations in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Value Types: In SAP planning, value types are used to differentiate between various types of data (e.g., actual, plan, forecast). Each value type has specific characteristics and is used in different contexts.
  Planning Areas: These are defined in the SAP BW system and are essential for organizing and managing planning data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSC1, RSPC, and others related to planning and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPT041 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.