How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER478 - Allowed values restricted by equivalence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Allowed values restricted by equivalence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER478 - Allowed values restricted by equivalence ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER478 with the description "Allowed values restricted by equivalence" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Master or similar areas where equivalence relationships are defined. This error indicates that the values you are trying to use or assign are restricted due to the equivalence settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Equivalence Groups: The error often arises when you are trying to assign a value that is not allowed due to the equivalence group settings. Equivalence groups are used to define relationships between different materials or products, and they restrict the values that can be assigned based on these relationships.
  Data Entry Issues: If the data being entered does not match the allowed values defined in the equivalence group, this error will be triggered.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that limit the values based on business rules or logic defined in the equivalence relationships.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Equivalence