How To Fix UPWB099 - Use characteristics with comment facility in '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPWB - Messages for Development Class UPWB

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Use characteristics with comment facility in '&1'

What causes this issue?

In the Web interface you have linked a planning layout with a component
of the type document. In order to work with documents, the
characteristics presented in the layout must be able to use the comment
facility. However, this is not the case. You set the comment facility
for characteristics in SAP BW.

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?

Set the attribute "Characteristic Is Property ".
<DS:TRAN.RSD1>Start Characteristic Maintenance</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPWB099 - Use characteristics with comment facility in '&1' ?

  The SAP error message UPWB099, which states "Use characteristics with comment facility in '&1'", typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when there is an issue related to the use of characteristics that are expected to have a comment facility.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Comment Facility: The characteristic you are trying to use does not have the comment facility enabled. In BW/BPC, certain characteristics can be configured to allow comments, and if this is not set up correctly, you will encounter this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the InfoObject settings to allow comments.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way the planning functions are set up, leading to this error when trying to input or display comments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance in the SAP BW system.
  Find the characteristic that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the "Comment Facility" option is enabled for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Functions:
  
  If you are using planning functions, ensure that they are correctly set up to allow comments for the relevant characteristics.
  Review the planning sequence and ensure that the characteristics are included correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the comment facility for the specific characteristic.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on enabling comment facilities for characteristics in your version of SAP BW/BPC.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BPC planning and characteristics to better understand how to configure and use comment facilities effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.