How To Fix C1206 - Allowed values for characteristic & overwritten

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Allowed values for characteristic & overwritten

What causes this issue?

The allowed values for characteristic &v1& have been changed in the
classes you selected.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1206 - Allowed values for characteristic & overwritten ?

  The SAP error message C1206 "Allowed values for characteristic & overwritten" typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their allowed values in the classification of materials or objects.
  Cause:
  This error message is triggered when there is an attempt to assign a value to a characteristic that is not allowed based on the predefined allowed values for that characteristic. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Incorrect Value Assignment: The value being assigned to the characteristic does not match any of the allowed values defined in the classification system.
  Overwriting Allowed Values: If a characteristic is being modified or updated, and the new value does not conform to the allowed values, the system will throw this error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the characteristic values have been changed or not properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C1206 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Allowed Values:
  
  Go to the classification data for the characteristic in question and verify the allowed values. Ensure that the value you are trying to assign is indeed one of the allowed values.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Values:
  
  If the value you are trying to assign is not allowed, you may need to either change the value to one that is allowed or update the allowed values for the characteristic to include the new value.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, review the configuration of the characteristic in the classification system (transaction CL02 for characteristics). Ensure that the allowed values are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data. This may involve checking related objects or characteristics to ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the allowed values or how to modify them, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  CL24: Display Class
  
  
  Classification System: Understand how the classification system works in SAP, including how characteristics and their allowed values are defined and maintained.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and their allowed 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 the classification module.