How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION806 - Characteristic value & does not correspond to pattern

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Characteristic value & does not correspond to pattern

What causes this issue?

The characteristic value &v1& does not correspond to the pattern
defined for the characteristic in the <ZK>classification system</>.

System Response

The characteristic value &v1& is not changed.

How to fix this error?

Enter the value in accordance with the defined pattern.

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_VALUATION806 - Characteristic value & does not correspond to pattern ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION806 indicates that a characteristic value does not conform to the expected pattern defined for that characteristic in the classification system. This typically occurs in the context of classification and variant configuration, where specific characteristics are expected to follow certain formats or rules.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Value: The value entered for a characteristic does not match the predefined pattern or format. For example, if a characteristic is defined to accept only numeric values, entering a string or alphanumeric value would trigger this error.
  Pattern Definition: The pattern for the characteristic may have been defined incorrectly or may not align with the values being entered.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple typographical error in the value being entered.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the characteristic in the classification system may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Review the definition of the characteristic in the classification system to ensure that the pattern is correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic in the SAP system and checking its attributes.
  Validate Input Values: Ensure that the value you are trying to enter conforms to the expected format. If the characteristic is supposed to accept numeric values, ensure that you are not entering any letters or special characters.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to a typographical mistake, correct the value being entered.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected pattern, consult the documentation or guidelines provided for the specific characteristic.
  Test with Different Values: Try entering different values that you know conform to the expected pattern to see if the error persists.
  Check for Updates: If the characteristic was recently modified, ensure that all relevant data entries are updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) or CL02 (to maintain classes) to review and modify the characteristic definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and classes in the SAP system.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to avoid impacting production data while troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.