How To Fix CU791 - Configured objects - you cannot select "sales order"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 791

• Message text: Configured objects - you cannot select "sales order"

What causes this issue?

The object already has variants that have been configured. For this
reason, the settings in the configuration profile can no longer be
changed.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU791 - Configured objects - you cannot select "sales order" ?

  The SAP error message CU791, which states "Configured objects - you cannot select 'sales order'," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a sales order item that is supposed to be linked to a configurable material.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration Settings: The sales order item may not be properly configured to allow for variant configuration. This can happen if the material is not set up as a configurable material in the material master.
  Missing Dependencies: There may be missing dependencies or characteristics that are required for the configuration of the sales order item.
  Sales Order Type Restrictions: Certain sales order types may not support configurable materials or may have restrictions on how they can be configured.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the sales order or the material that prevent the selection of the sales order for configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material in question is set up as a configurable material. You can do this by checking the material master record (transaction MM03) and verifying that the "Configurable" checkbox is selected.
  Review Configuration Profile: Check the configuration profile assigned to the material. Ensure that all necessary dependencies and characteristics are defined correctly.
  Sales Order Type Settings: Verify that the sales order type being used allows for the configuration of the material. You can check this in the sales order type configuration (transaction OVA2).
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies associated with the configurable material to ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Test with Different Sales Order: If possible, try creating a sales order with a different sales order type or for a different configurable material to see if the issue persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on variant configuration and sales order processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  OVA2: Sales Order Types Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in variant configuration and sales order processing.