How To Fix CL192 - Maximum number of values (999) exceeded for characteristic '&'

CL192 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Maximum number of values (999) exceeded for characteristic '&'

What causes this issue?

In Classification, a maximum of 999 valuations can be saved to the
database for a multiple-value characteristic. While working in a
transaction, the system still counts any valuations that have been
deleted but not yet saved.
The system only saves the first 999 valuations you assign to a
multiple-value 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?

Change the setup of your classification system so that the maximum
number is not exceeded.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL192 - Maximum number of values (999) exceeded for characteristic '&' ?

  The SAP error message CL192 indicates that the maximum number of values (999) has been exceeded for a characteristic in a classification system. This typically occurs when you are trying to assign more than 999 values to a single characteristic in a classification or when you are trying to create a classification object that exceeds this limit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Value Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the characteristic you are working with has more than 999 values assigned to it. This can happen if you are trying to classify a large number of items or if there is a data entry error.
  Data Model Design: The design of the data model may not be optimal, leading to an excessive number of values for a single characteristic.
  Incorrect Data Input: Sometimes, incorrect or duplicate data entries can lead to an inflated number of values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Values: Check the characteristic in question and