How To Fix CU885 - Interface design applied from material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 885

• Message text: Interface design applied from material &2

What causes this issue?

You created a configuration profile for material &V1& by copying the
profile for material &V2&, and copied the interface design with it.

System Response

The system checks the class allocation of both objects. The interface
design can only be used for objects that are allocated to the same
class. If the class allocation matches, the interface design is copied
to the new profile.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU885 - Interface design applied from material &2 ?

  The SAP error message CU885 ("Interface design applied from material &2") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Variant Configuration (VC) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the interface design of a configurable material, often related to the configuration of characteristics or dependencies.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The error may arise if the configuration for the material is incomplete or incorrect. This can happen if the characteristics or dependencies are not properly defined.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or its configuration settings.
  Interface Design Issues: The interface design applied to the material may not be compatible with the current configuration settings or may not be properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the material in question. Ensure that all necessary characteristics and dependencies are defined correctly.
  Validate Interface Design: Ensure that the interface design applied to the material is appropriate and correctly set up. You may need to adjust the interface design or reapply it.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the material and its configuration. This can help identify any discrepancies that need to be resolved.
  Review Dependencies: Check the dependencies associated with the material. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not conflict with the characteristics.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error and its resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU01 (Create Configuration Profile), CU02 (Change Configuration Profile), or CU03 (Display Configuration Profile) to manage configuration profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CU885 error in your SAP system.