How To Fix CPCL_VERS084 - Control indicator for the characteristic &1 is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCL_VERS - Task List Version

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Control indicator for the characteristic &1 is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPCL_VERS084 - Control indicator for the characteristic &1 is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message CPCL_VERS084 indicates that the control indicator for a specific characteristic (denoted by &1) is not maintained in the system. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration, where characteristics are used to define product variants.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A characteristic that is being used in a configuration profile does not have a control indicator set.
  The control indicator is essential for determining how the characteristic behaves in the context of variant configuration (e.g., whether it is mandatory, optional, or has a default value).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the control indicator for the specified characteristic. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Characteristic Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Enter the Characteristic:
  
  Input the name of the characteristic that is causing the error (the one indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Maintain Control Indicators:
  
  In the characteristic maintenance screen, look for the section related to control indicators.
  Set the appropriate control indicators based on your requirements. Common options include:
  
  Mandatory: The characteristic must be filled in.
  Optional: The characteristic can be filled in but is not required.
  Default: A default value can be set for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Re-test the Configuration:
  
  Go back to the configuration scenario that triggered the error and check if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  CU03: Display Configuration Profile
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation on variant configuration and characteristics to understand how control indicators affect product configuration.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPCL_VERS084 error and ensure that the control indicators for your characteristics are properly maintained.