How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION069 - Specification type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Specification type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION069 - Specification type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION069, which states "Specification type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of material management or product specification management within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a specification type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Specification Type: The specification type referenced by the error message (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the specification type is not properly linked to the relevant material or product.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the specification types may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specification type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Specification Type:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CL02 for Class Management or CL03 for Display Class) and check if the specification type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., CL01 for Class Creation).
  
  
  
  Create Specification Type:
  
  If the specification type is indeed missing, you can create it by navigating to the appropriate configuration area in SAP.
  Use transaction code CLO1 to create a new specification type if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the specification type is correctly configured and linked to the relevant materials or products.
  Check the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Data Migration:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, verify that all necessary specification types were included in the migration process.
  You may need to re-import or manually create the missing specification types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the specification type.
  Check user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on specification types and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.