How To Fix C$745 - Generation source & is not a value assignment type

C$745 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Generation source & is not a value assignment type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$745 - Generation source & is not a value assignment type ?

  The SAP error message C$745, which states "Generation source & is not a value assignment type," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where value assignment types are used to manage characteristics and attributes of products or materials.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The generation source specified in the configuration does not correspond to a valid value assignment type. This can happen if the value assignment type is not defined correctly in the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the generation source may be missing or incorrectly set up, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the entry of the generation source, causing the system to fail in recognizing it.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C$745 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for