How To Fix CM_VAI026 - Characteristic &1 was defined in the classif. sys. as not ready for input

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Characteristic &1 was defined in the classif. sys. as not ready for input

What causes this issue?

You have set the characteristic &V1& as editable. In the classification
system this characteristic was set as being not ready for input.

System Response

In table-based value assignment the characteristic &V1& is ready for
input, but you cannot save your entry.

How to fix this error?

If you want the characteristic &V1& to be not ready for input in
table-based value assignment, <ZH>do not</> set the <LS>Editable</>
indicator here for the characteristic.
If you want the characteristic &V1& to be ready for input in table-based
value assignment and for the entry to be saved, change the definition of
the characteristic in the classification system accordingly.

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_VAI026 - Characteristic &1 was defined in the classif. sys. as not ready for input ?

  The SAP error message CM_VAI026 indicates that a characteristic in the classification system has been defined as "not ready for input." This means that the characteristic cannot be modified or entered during certain processes, such as when creating or changing a classification for a material or object.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic has been set up in the classification system with the "Not Ready for Input" option. This is typically done to prevent users from entering values for that characteristic in certain contexts.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the characteristic or the classification.
  System Settings: The system may have specific settings or configurations that restrict input for certain characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the classification system (transaction code CL02) and check the settings for the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the characteristic is set to "Ready for Input" if you want users to be able to enter values.
  
  
  
  Modify User Permissions:
  
  If the characteristic is correctly set up but the user still cannot input values, check the user roles and authorizations. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify classifications.
  
  
  
  Review Classification Usage:
  
  If the characteristic is intentionally set as "Not Ready for Input" for specific business reasons, consider whether this is appropriate for the current process. If it is not, you may need to adjust the classification strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for any specific guidelines or best practices related to the classification system and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the characteristic can be modified as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_VAI026 error and ensure that the characteristic is appropriately configured for input.