How To Fix 34642 - All requirements for characteristic &2 in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 642

• Message text: All requirements for characteristic &2 in &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 34642 - All requirements for characteristic &2 in &1 ?

  The SAP error message 34642, "All requirements for characteristic &2 in &1," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a material master. This error indicates that there are requirements defined for a characteristic that are not being met, which prevents the system from processing the configuration correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Requirements: The characteristic specified in the error message has requirements that are not fulfilled. This could be due to missing values or conditions that need to be satisfied for the configuration to be valid.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material or product may not align with the defined requirements for the characteristics.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the requirements not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Requirements: Review the requirements associated with the characteristic in question. Ensure that all necessary conditions are met for the configuration.
  Adjust Configuration: If the configuration is incorrect, modify it to ensure that it aligns with the requirements defined for the characteristic.
  Review Characteristic Settings: Go to the configuration settings for the material and check the characteristics and their dependencies. Make sure that all required characteristics are included and correctly set.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration guides for variant configuration to understand how to properly set up characteristics and their requirements.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace the logic and see where the requirements are failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CS01 (Create Material BOM) to check the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the configuration process.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.