How To Fix C0832 - Output value of the characteristic is used as default value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C0 - PP-PI: Messages for PI Sheet and Syntax Checker

• Message number: 832

• Message text: Output value of the characteristic is used as default value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0832 - Output value of the characteristic is used as default value ?

  The SAP error message C0832, which states "Output value of the characteristic is used as default value," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration (VC) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to use an output value of a characteristic as a default value, which is not allowed in the configuration settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic in question is likely configured in a way that its output value is being treated as a default value, which is not permissible.
  Missing Default Value: The characteristic may not have a proper default value assigned, leading the system to attempt to use an output value instead.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the settings of the characteristics or dependencies that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the characteristic in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the characteristic has a valid default value assigned. If it does not, assign a