How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION101 - Specifications of spec. type &1 are not permitted in value assgmt type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Specifications of spec. type &1 are not permitted in value assgmt type &2

What causes this issue?

You attempted to enter a
<DS:GLOS.F87B3E882F18D4119B510060B0671ACC>specification</> of the
<DS:GLOS.3526BF63AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>specification type</> &V1& as
the component. However, specifications of this specification type are
not permitted in the value assignment type &V2&, since a corresponding
filter has been set in Customizing.

System Response

The system does not allow you to enter this specification.

How to fix this error?

Select a specification whose specification type is permitted.
If you still want to enter this specification in this value assignment
type, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

For each value assignment type, a filter can be set in Customizing (
<DS:DE.ESECOMPFILTERFLG>C indicator</>), so that only specifications of
predefined specification types can be entered as components. Remove this
filter if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION101 - Specifications of spec. type &1 are not permitted in value assgmt type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION101 indicates that there is a mismatch between the specification type and the value assignment type in the context of material valuation or classification. This error typically arises in the context of classification and valuation of materials in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to assign a specification type (spec type) that is not allowed for the given value assignment type (val. type).
  The configuration in the system does not permit the combination of the specified type and the value assignment type you are trying to use.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the classification system or the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the classification system in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the following path:
  
  SPRO > Logistics General > Classification > Define Characteristics.
  
  
  Ensure that the specification type you are trying to use is correctly configured for the value assignment type.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that the classification and valuation types are correctly assigned.
  You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check the classification view.
  
  
  
  Validate Specification Types:
  
  Ensure that the specification type you are using is valid for the value assignment type. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify the allowed combinations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Value Assignment Type:
  
  If necessary, consider changing the value assignment type to one that is compatible with the specification type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific specification and value assignment types you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the classification and valuation settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management and classification.