How To Fix CL190 - Setting for characteristic &1 can lead to inconsistencies; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Setting for characteristic &1 can lead to inconsistencies; see long text

What causes this issue?

The indicator <DS:DE.ATSON>Additional Values</> has been set for
characteristic &V1&. This can cause inconsistencies if you use
characteristic &V1& to create variants.

System Response

Since the indicator <LS>Additional Values</> has been set, no
consistency check is run when changes are made to the characteristic
value assignment. This can therefore lead to inconsistencies if a
variant uses a characteristic value that is subsequently removed.

How to fix this error?

Make sure not to use the setting <LS>Additional Values</> for
characteristics that are to be used for creating variants. If a
characteristic already has this setting, do not delete any of its
characteristic value assignments.
Once a characteristic is used in value assignments, you can no longer
change it.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL190 - Setting for characteristic &1 can lead to inconsistencies; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CL190 indicates that there is a potential inconsistency in the settings for a characteristic in the classification system. This message typically arises when the configuration of a characteristic does not align with the expected settings or when there are conflicts in the data that could lead to inconsistencies in the classification.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Settings: The characteristic may have been set up in a way that conflicts with other characteristics or classes.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be existing data that does not comply with the new settings being applied.
  Missing Dependencies: The characteristic might depend on other characteristics or classes that are not properly configured.
  Incorrect Value Assignment: The values assigned to the characteristic may not be valid or may not correspond to the expected data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Long Text: Check the long text associated with the error message for specific details about the inconsistency. This can provide insights into what exactly is causing the issue.
  Check Characteristic Settings: Go to the classification view and review the settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that it is configured correctly and does not conflict with other characteristics.
  Validate Data: Look for any existing instances of the characteristic in the system and validate that they comply with the new settings. Correct any inconsistencies found.
  Adjust Dependencies: If the characteristic has dependencies on other characteristics or classes, ensure that those are correctly set up and do not conflict.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific characteristic and its expected configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the classification system functions as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to review and modify characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CL190.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in classification and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies related to the characteristic in question.