How To Fix CL642 - Characteristic & -> & with different unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Characteristic & -> & with different unit

What causes this issue?

Units &V3& and &V4& of the two characteristics have different
dimensions. The values cannot be converted.
For this reason, you cannot carry out this function.

System Response

The system checks whether the units of the characteristics refer to the
same dimension.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL642 - Characteristic & -> & with different unit ?

  The SAP error message CL642 indicates that there is a mismatch in the units of measure for a characteristic in a classification system. This typically occurs when you are trying to assign a characteristic value that has a different unit of measure than what is expected or defined in the classification.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The characteristic you are trying to use has a defined unit of measure that does not match the unit of measure of the value you are trying to assign.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristic in the classification system may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in expected units.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong unit of measure is being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the classification system and check the definition of the characteristic. Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined.
  
  Transaction Code: CL02 (Change Characteristic)
  
  
  Verify Value Assignment: Ensure that the value you are trying to assign to the characteristic is in the correct unit of measure. If necessary, convert the value to the expected unit.
  Adjust Configuration: If the characteristic is incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that the unit of measure aligns with the expected values.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data to ensure that all values assigned to the characteristic are using the correct units of measure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: The classification system in SAP is used to categorize materials, products, or other objects based on characteristics and values.
  Units of Measure: Units of measure are critical in ensuring that data is accurately represented and can be processed correctly in various transactions and reports.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on characteristics, units of measure, and classification.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.