How To Fix 34N603 - Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic :"&1" (ID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 34N - Messages for AP Configuration Engine

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic :"&1" (ID &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 34N603 - Value not in currently allowed values for characteristic :"&1" (ID &2) ?

  The SAP error message 34N603 indicates that a value you are trying to assign to a characteristic is not within the allowed values defined for that characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of classification or variant configuration where specific characteristics have predefined permissible values.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value you are trying to assign to the characteristic does not match any of the allowed values defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may not be properly configured to accept the value you are trying to use.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the characteristic may not be updated or may have been changed, leading to the current value being invalid.
  User Input Error: There may be a typographical error or misunderstanding regarding the valid values for the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Review the allowed values for the characteristic in the classification system. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic definition in the SAP system.
  
  Transaction Code: CT04 (for characteristics) or CT05 (for classes).
  
  
  Update Value: If the value you are trying to assign is indeed incorrect, update it to one of the allowed values.
  Modify Characteristic Settings: If you need to allow additional values, you may need to modify the characteristic settings to include the new value.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to any documentation or guidelines that specify the valid values for the characteristic in question.
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs: If there are any custom enhancements (like user exits or BAdIs) that might be affecting the allowed values, review those as well.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 for characteristics and CT05 for classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for classification and variant configuration to understand how characteristics and their values are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.