How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION809 - Value & in characteristic does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Value & in characteristic does not exist

What causes this issue?

The value &V1& is not valid for the characteristic &V2& since no
corresponding value was defined in the classification system.

System Response

The value is not adopted.

How to fix this error?

Enter a value for the characteristic that exists in the system.

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_VALUATION809 - Value & in characteristic does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION809 indicates that a specific value for a characteristic does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of classification and valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics in material master records, classification systems, or when performing valuation of materials.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Value: The value you are trying to assign to a characteristic does not exist in the value list for that characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the classification system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect value being entered that does not match any existing values.
  Master Data Issues: The material or object you are working with may not have been properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) or CT05 (for value assignments) and check if the value you are trying to use is defined for the characteristic in question.
  If the value is missing, you can create it by adding the necessary value to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly configured in the classification system. You can check this in the transaction code CL02 (for class) and ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the value you are entering for any typos or discrepancies. Make sure it matches exactly with the defined values in the system.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the material or object is not set up correctly, you may need to update the material master data using transaction code MM02 or MM01 to ensure that all necessary characteristics and values are included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the values or characteristics, consult the relevant documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CT05: Create/Change Characteristic Values
  CL02: Change Class
  MM01/MM02: Create/Change Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and values in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_SUB_VALUATION809 error and ensure that the characteristic values are correctly set up in your SAP system.