How To Fix 28462 - Value &2 entered for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 462

• Message text: Value &2 entered for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28462 - Value &2 entered for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message 28462, which states "Value &2 entered for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their allowed values in the classification system.
  
  Cause:
  This error message is triggered when a value that is not valid for a specific characteristic is entered. Each characteristic in SAP can have a predefined set of allowed values, and if a user attempts to enter a value that is not part of this set, the system will generate this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Allowed Values: Verify the allowed values for the characteristic in question. You can do this by navigating to the classification data for the object you are working with and checking the characteristic settings.
  
  
  Correct the Value: If the value you entered is indeed incorrect, replace it with one of the allowed values. You can find the