How To Fix 50542 - Specify a valid configuration identifier

50542 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 50 - Messages in Package EEOB

• Message number: 542

• Message text: Specify a valid configuration identifier

What causes this issue?

The identifier you have specified for the action box configuration
contains invalid characters.
Valid identifiers for configurations only contain letters and numbers.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 50542 - Specify a valid configuration identifier ?

  The SAP error message 50542, "Specify a valid configuration identifier," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC). This error indicates that the system is unable to find or recognize the configuration identifier that has been specified in the transaction or process you are attempting to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Configuration Identifier: The configuration identifier you are trying to use does not exist or is incorrectly specified.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like characteristics, classes, or dependencies) for the configuration might be missing or not properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration data.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the identifier from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration Identifier: Verify that the configuration identifier you are using is correct. Ensure that it exists in the system and is spelled correctly.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all necessary