How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION820 - Characteristic value & is inconsistent with the values permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Characteristic value & is inconsistent with the values permitted

What causes this issue?

The characteristic value &v1& does not correspond to the values
permitted for the characteristic &v2& in the <ZK>classification
system</>.

System Response

The characteristic value &v1& is not changed.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION820 - Characteristic value & is inconsistent with the values permitted ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION820 indicates that a characteristic value you are trying to assign to a material or a product is inconsistent with the values that are permitted for that characteristic in the context of classification or valuation. This typically occurs in the context of classification systems, where materials are assigned to classes based on certain characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Characteristic Value: The value you are trying to assign to a characteristic does not match the predefined values in the classification system.
  Missing Value Assignment: The characteristic may not have been properly defined in the classification system, or the value you are trying to assign is not included in the allowed values for that characteristic.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The class to which the material is assigned may not support the characteristic value you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the value being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Review the allowed values for the characteristic in the classification system. You can do this by navigating to the classification view in SAP and checking the characteristic settings.
  Update Characteristic Values: If the value you are trying to assign is valid but not included in the allowed values, you may need to update the characteristic definition to include this value.
  Correct Class Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct class that supports the characteristic and its values.
  Data Validation: Double-check the value you are entering for any typographical errors or inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the allowed values or the classification setup, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to view and modify class characteristics.
  Classification System: Understand how the classification system works in SAP, including how characteristics and values are defined.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the classification data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_SUB_VALUATION820 error and ensure that the characteristic values you are using are consistent with the permitted values in your SAP system.