How To Fix CM_CBESCOM044 - Specification &1: Exactly one value expected in characteristic &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CBESCOM - Message Class for ESComXML Outbound Processing

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Specification &1: Exactly one value expected in characteristic &4

Schirmnachricht Nummer 081

What causes this issue?

In the specification &V1&, you have assigned more than one value to the
characteristic &V4&. The corresponding ESComXML attribute may only
consist of exactly one value. Further details regarding the ESComXML
attribute can be found in the next message.
Dieser Nachricht folgt die Nachricht 075, wo zusStzliche Angaben
zum XML-Attribut gemacht werden

System Response

Generation of the ESComXML file is not canceled. However, the system
only considers the fist characteristic value assigned. All other
characteristic values are ignored during the generation of the ESComXML
file.

How to fix this error?

Check the specification &V1&, and make sure that exactly one value is
assigned to the characteristic &V4& of the value assignment instance
with the sort sequence &V3& (value assignement type name &V2&).

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM044 - Specification &1: Exactly one value expected in characteristic &4 ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM044 indicates that there is an issue with the specification of a characteristic in a classification or material master record. Specifically, it states that exactly one value is expected for a given characteristic, but the system has found either none or multiple values.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Values Entered: The characteristic in question has been assigned multiple values when only one is allowed.
  No Value Entered: The characteristic is required to have a value, but none has been provided.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristic may not be set up correctly in the classification system, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, where the user inadvertently entered multiple values or left a required field blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Review the characteristic in question and ensure that only one value is assigned. If multiple values are present, remove the excess values.
  Enter Required Value: If no value is assigned, provide the necessary value for the characteristic.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the characteristic in the classification system to ensure it is set up to accept only one value. This can be done in the SAP Easy Access menu under:
  
  Logistics ? General ? Master Data ? Material Master ? Classification ? Maintain Characteristics.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent users from entering multiple values or leaving required fields blank in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and its expected values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic) to review and modify the characteristics.
  Classification System: Understanding the classification system in SAP is crucial, as it defines how materials and characteristics are organized and managed.
  User Training: Providing training to users on how to correctly enter data into the classification system can help reduce the occurrence of this error.
  
  By addressing the specific characteristic and ensuring compliance with the expected data entry rules, you should be able to resolve the CM_CBESCOM044 error.