How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB194 - Single-value characteristic exists for multi-value attribute

CM_CBESCOM_INB194 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CBESCOM_INB - Message Class for ESComXML Inbound Processing

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Single-value characteristic exists for multi-value attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB194 - Single-value characteristic exists for multi-value attribute ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB194 indicates that there is a conflict between the data model and the characteristics defined in your SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when a single-value characteristic is being used in a context where a multi-value attribute is expected. 
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Model Mismatch: The error typically arises when a characteristic that is defined to hold a single value is being assigned to a multi-value attribute. This can happen during data entry, data import, or when processing certain transactions.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the way characteristics and attributes are set up in the system. For example, if a characteristic is defined as single-valued in the master data but is being treated as multi-valued in a specific context.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data being processed contains inconsistencies, such as trying to assign multiple values to a characteristic that is defined to accept only one.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Check