How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION032 - No multi-value characteristics exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_VALUATION - Substance Characteristic Values and Additional Info.

• Message number: 032

• Message text: No multi-value characteristics exist

What causes this issue?

The following characteristics are already defined as <ZH>single value</>
:
SAP_EHS_1023_078_APPLIC_AREA
SAP_EHS_1027_020_PARAMETER
SAP_EHS_1027_022_RECOV_METHOD
SAP_EHS_1027_021_STP_TYPE
SAP_EHS_1027_028_OUT_INDOOR
SAP_EHS_1027_035_OUT_INDOOR

System Response

The characteristics are not changed from multi-value to single value.
The system cancels this processing step.

How to fix this error?

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

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 CM_SUB_VALUATION032 - No multi-value characteristics exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION032 indicates that there are no multi-value characteristics available for the specific context in which you are trying to perform an operation. This error typically arises in the context of classification or valuation of materials, where the system expects certain characteristics to be defined but cannot find them.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Multi-Value Characteristics: The primary cause of this error is that the characteristics you are trying to use for classification or valuation are not defined as multi-value characteristics in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or classification might not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of expected characteristics.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification system or incorrect assignment of characteristics to classes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and check if the required characteristics are defined as multi-value characteristics.
  If they are not, you may need to create or modify the characteristic to allow for multiple values.
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Class) to review the class assignments for the material or object in question. Ensure that the correct characteristics are assigned to the class.
  
  
  
  Validate Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that the material is correctly classified and that all necessary characteristics are assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to classification and valuation in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on multi-value characteristics and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  CL02: Class maintenance
  MM03: Material master display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.