How To Fix CU110 - Error with ext. input data: ext. item &1, inst. &2, object &3

CU110 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Error with ext. input data: ext. item &1, inst. &2, object &3

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the system tried to process the data that was
entered externally to describe a configuration.
The following information can help you track the error:
External item number: &v1&
External instance number: &v2&
Object: &v3&

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?

Please watch out for other messages that may contain more details
on the error.
You may have to cancel processing and correct the data entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU110 - Error with ext. input data: ext. item &1, inst. &2, object &3 ?

  The SAP error message CU110 typically indicates an issue with external input data related to a specific item, instance, or object in the context of configuration management. This error often arises during the processing of configuration data, particularly when dealing with configurable materials or variant configuration.
  
  Cause:
  The error message CU110 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Input: The external input data for the configuration might be incorrect or incomplete. This could involve missing values or invalid entries for the specified item, instance, or object.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data, such as mismatched characteristics or values that do not align with the defined configuration profile.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like characteristics, classes, or dependencies) may not be set up correctly or may be missing in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the configuration data.
  
  
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