How To Fix CU085 - & & is not permitted in this environment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: & & is not permitted in this environment

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a dependency of type &v1& for an object. However,
dependency type &v1& is not allowed for this object.
Note that you cannot create all types of dependency for all objects.
<ZH>Preconditions</> are allowed only for characteristics and
characteristic values.
<ZH>Selection conditions</> are allowed for characteristics, BOM items,
operations, sub-operations, sequences of operations, and production
resources/tools.
<ZH>Actions</> are allowed for characteristics, characteristic values,
BOM items, operations, and configuration profiles.
<ZH>Procedures</> are allowed for characteristics, characteristic
values, BOM items, operations, and configuration profiles.
<ZH>Constraints</> can only be linked to a configuration profile via
dependency nets.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Either change the dependency type, or select a different object.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU085 - & & is not permitted in this environment ?

  The SAP error message "CU085 & & is not permitted in this environment" typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or the environment settings in which you are trying to execute a certain operation. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, report, or when trying to access certain functionalities that are restricted in the current environment.
  Cause:
  
  Environment Restrictions: The operation you are trying to perform may not be allowed in the current system environment (e.g., development, quality assurance, or production).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the specified environment.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings may restrict the use of specific functionalities or transactions in the current environment.
  Transport Layer Issues: If you are working with transport requests, the system may restrict certain actions based on the transport layer settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Environment Settings: Verify if the operation you are trying to perform is allowed in the current environment. If you are in a production environment, some actions may be restricted.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check and adjust user roles and permissions.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the specific transaction or functionality. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO or other relevant configuration transactions.
  Transport Management: If the error is related to transport requests, ensure that the transport layer is correctly set up and that the request is in the appropriate status for the action you are trying to perform.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand any restrictions or requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.