How To Fix USMD_MC_CONV_GOV021 - Characteristic &1: Value '&2' not valid. Value not replaced.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_MC_CONV_GOV - Message used in Multiple Record Processing Context

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Value '&2' not valid. Value not replaced.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_MC_CONV_GOV021 - Characteristic &1: Value '&2' not valid. Value not replaced. ?

  The SAP error message USMD_MC_CONV_GOV021 indicates that a specific characteristic value is not valid during a data conversion or migration process in the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) environment. This error typically occurs when the system encounters a value for a characteristic that does not exist in the defined value set or is not allowed based on the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value specified for the characteristic (in this case, &2) does not match any of the valid values defined in the system for that characteristic (&1).
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may have been removed or changed in the master data.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, the source data may contain values that are not present in the target system's configuration.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value may not conform to the expected data type or format for that characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valid Values: Verify the valid values for the characteristic in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP GUI.
  Update Data: If the value is indeed invalid, you may need to update the source data to use a valid value before attempting the conversion or migration again.
  Adjust Configuration: If the value should be valid, consider updating the configuration to include the missing value or to correct any discrepancies.
  Data Mapping: If this error occurs during a data migration process, ensure that the mapping of values from the source system to the target system is correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected values and configurations for the characteristic in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or MDG related transactions to manage master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to see where the invalid value is being introduced.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.