How To Fix C4000 - Value & does not exist

C4000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C4 - CTMS_SYNTAX_CHECK

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Value & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The value you entered is not defined as an allowed value for the
characteristic.

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?

Using the possible entries function, choose a value that is allowed
for the characteristic.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C4000 - Value & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "C4000 Value & does not exist" typically indicates that a specific value or entry that the system is trying to reference does not exist in the database. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, configuration settings, or transactional data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The value being referenced may not have been created in the system. For example, if you are trying to use a material number, customer number, or vendor number that has not been set up.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be looking for a configuration that has not been properly defined or activated.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, some values may not have been transferred correctly.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the value being entered, leading the system to not recognize it.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to