How To Fix 2X002 - Characteristic values cannot be assigned to '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2X - Messages from lists

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Characteristic values cannot be assigned to '&'

What causes this issue?

The selected material cannot be configured, because it is not allocated
to a variant class type. Configuration is done automatically on the
basis of the characteristic values assigned to the configurable
material of which the selected material is a component.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2X002 - Characteristic values cannot be assigned to '&' ?

  The SAP error message 2X002 ("Characteristic values cannot be assigned to '&'") typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when there is an issue with the assignment of characteristic values to a configurable material. This error indicates that the system is unable to assign the specified characteristic values to the object in question, which could be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic that you are trying to assign may not be defined for the material or may not be included in the configuration profile.
  Incorrect Configuration Profile: The configuration profile for the material may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to assign certain characteristic values.
  Incompatible Values: The characteristic values being assigned may not be compatible with the other characteristics or the overall configuration of the material.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the characteristic or value assignments.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign certain characteristic values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to assign is defined in the system and is included in the configuration profile for the material.
  Review Configuration Profile: Verify that the configuration profile is correctly set up and includes all necessary characteristics and their values.
  Validate Compatibility: Check the compatibility of the characteristic values being assigned. Ensure that they do not conflict with other assigned values or characteristics.
  Correct Data Inconsistencies: Review the master data for the material and correct any inconsistencies or missing entries related to characteristics and their values.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment of characteristic values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CT04 (Characteristics) to review and manage characteristics and configuration profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Variant Configuration for detailed information on setting up characteristics, values, and configuration profiles.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Variant Configuration.