How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION808 - Unit for characteristic value & is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 808

• Message text: Unit for characteristic value & is not permitted

What causes this issue?

A unit is assigned to the characteristic value &v1& that has not been
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 with the correct unit.

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_VALUATION808 - Unit for characteristic value & is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION808 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a characteristic value in a classification or valuation context. This error typically arises when the system encounters a characteristic value that is not allowed for the specified unit of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The characteristic value you are trying to use is associated with a unit of measure that is not permitted in the context of the material or classification.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the characteristic or the class may not allow the specified unit of measure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or classification data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the classification settings in SAP and verify the configuration of the characteristic in question. Ensure that the unit of measure you are trying to use is allowed for that characteristic.
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) and checking the characteristics assigned to the class.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the transaction code CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure).
  Make sure that the unit of measure is active and correctly linked to the relevant material or classification.
  
  
  
  Adjust Material Master Data:
  
  If the error occurs during material creation or modification, check the material master data to ensure that the correct units of measure are assigned.
  Use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to review and adjust the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or help files related to the specific characteristic and its allowed values and units of measure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to save or process the data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the classification and material master data.
  
  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 classification and material management.