How To Fix CMT004 - Configuration definition & is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMT - CM: Message Class in CM Environment

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Configuration definition & is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMT004 - Configuration definition & is not available ?

  The SAP error message CMT004, which states "Configuration definition & is not available," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration management, particularly when dealing with variant configuration or product configuration in SAP ERP systems. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified configuration definition for a product or material.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration Profile: The configuration profile for the material or product may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Configuration: The configuration definition might be inactive or not properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration definition.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the material and ensure that the configuration profile is correctly assigned.
  Use transaction code CU50 to check the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  
  Activate Configuration:
  
  If the configuration definition is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import or activate the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to variant configuration for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  MM03: Display Material
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.