How To Fix 34603 - Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 34 - Messages for Sales Configuration Engine (SCE)

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 34603 - Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message 34603, "Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's variant configuration or when working with characteristics in a material master. This error indicates that the value you are trying to assign to a characteristic is not valid based on the allowed values defined for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value Assignment: The value you are trying to assign to the characteristic does not match any of the predefined allowed values in the configuration settings.
  Characteristic Settings: The characteristic may have specific restrictions or dependencies that limit the values that can be assigned.
  Missing Values: The allowed values for the characteristic may not have been properly defined or may have been changed, leading to the current value being invalid.
  Configuration Profile Issues: If you are working with a configuration profile, it may not include the value you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Allowed Values: Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system and verify the allowed values. Ensure that the value you are trying to assign is included in this list.
  
  Transaction Code: CT04 (for characteristics) or CU01 (for configuration profiles).
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Values: If the value is not allowed, you may need to either:
  
  Change the value you are trying to assign to one that is allowed.
  Add the new value to the list of allowed values for the characteristic if it is valid for your business process.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies: If the characteristic has dependencies, check if there are any conditions that restrict the assignment of certain values based on other characteristics or values.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for assigning values to characteristics.
  
  
  Test Configuration: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 for characteristics, CU01 for configuration profiles, and CU02 for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify characteristics and their allowed values.
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to variant configuration or characteristic management, consider seeking training or consulting SAP documentation for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 34603 and successfully assign the desired value to the characteristic.