How To Fix COM_VBX002 - Internal characteristic &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_VBX -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Internal characteristic &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_VBX002 - Internal characteristic &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message COM_VBX002 indicates that an internal characteristic specified in the system is not found. This error typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material or product may reference a characteristic that is not defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the characteristic.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as transport issues or problems during data migration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and check if the characteristic exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the configuration that references it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction CU50 (Configuration Simulation) to check the configuration of the material or product.
  Ensure that all characteristics referenced in the configuration are valid and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport or data migration, check for any inconsistencies in the data.
  You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your basis team to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CU50: Configuration Simulation
  SE80: Object Navigator (for debugging)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variant configuration and characteristics to ensure proper setup and usage.
  
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.