How To Fix CM_VAI025 - Characteristic &1 was defined in the classif. system as a req. entry fld

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_VAI - EHS-BAS: Table-Based Value Assignment

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Characteristic &1 was defined in the classif. system as a req. entry fld

What causes this issue?

You have not set the characteristic &V1& as a required entry field. In
the classification system this characteristic was set as requiring an
entry.

System Response

An entry is required in the characteristic &V1& in table-based value
assignment.

How to fix this error?

If you want an entry to be mandatory in the characteristic &V1& in
table-based value assignment, you should set the <LS>Required entry
field</> indicator here too.
If you do not want an entry to be mandatory in the characteristic &V1&
in table-based value assignment, change the definition of the
characteristic in the classification system.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_VAI025 - Characteristic &1 was defined in the classif. system as a req. entry fld ?

  The SAP error message CM_VAI025 indicates that a characteristic has been defined in the classification system as a required entry field, but it is not being filled in during the transaction or process you are attempting to execute. This typically occurs in scenarios where classification is used, such as in variant configuration or when creating or changing materials.
  Cause:
  
  Required Entry Field: The characteristic in question is marked as a required entry field in the classification system. This means that the system expects a value to be provided for this characteristic.
  Missing Value: The error occurs when you try to save or process an object (like a material or a variant) without providing a value for this required characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the characteristics are set up in the classification system, or the object being processed may not have the necessary data filled in.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Required Field: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., creating or changing a material) and ensure that you fill in the required characteristic field that is causing the error.
  Check Classification Data: Review the classification data for the object you are working on. Make sure that all required characteristics are filled in correctly.
  Review Characteristic Settings: If you have access, check the settings of the characteristic in the classification system to confirm that it is correctly defined as a required entry field.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about what value to enter, consult the documentation or guidelines for the specific characteristics and their expected values.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify the classification data if you are trying to make changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to review or modify the characteristics.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the classification system in SAP, including how characteristics are defined and used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing required entry for the characteristic, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction.