How To Fix 40592 - Automatic value assignment not possible for characteristic & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 592

• Message text: Automatic value assignment not possible for characteristic & &

What causes this issue?

You tried to automatically assign values to a characteristic. For this
characteristic automatic value assignment is only possible in
conjunction with a second characteristic.
Example:
You can only assign values automatically to both PPPI_MATERIAL_QUANTITY
and PPPI_UNIT_OF_MEASURE.

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?

Assign values simultaneously to dependent characteristics.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40592 - Automatic value assignment not possible for characteristic & & ?

  The SAP error message 40592, which states "Automatic value assignment not possible for characteristic & &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a material master or class. This error indicates that the system is unable to automatically assign a value to a characteristic due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Dependencies: The characteristic may not have the necessary dependencies defined in the configuration profile or may not be linked correctly to the variant configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or class may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive values automatically.
  Characteristic Settings: The characteristic may be set as "manual entry" or may have restrictions that prevent automatic assignment.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master or class may be incomplete or missing required data that is necessary for automatic value assignment.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristics, such as conflicting values or missing links.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies associated with the characteristic in the configuration profile. Ensure that all necessary dependencies are defined and correctly linked.
  Review Characteristic Settings: Check the settings of the characteristic in the classification system. Ensure that it is set up to allow automatic value assignment.
  Validate Configuration Profile: Ensure that the configuration profile for the material is correctly set up and that all required characteristics are included.
  Complete Master Data: Verify that the material master and class data are complete and accurate. Fill in any missing information that may be required for automatic assignment.
  Test Configuration: Use the configuration simulation tool to test the configuration and identify any issues that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and configuration settings relevant to your scenario.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CL02 (Change Class) to review and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the automatic assignment of values.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in variant configuration or material management.