How To Fix CUMTX249 - Value assignment alternative & table & used in object dependencies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Value assignment alternative & table & used in object dependencies

What causes this issue?

You want to change the interface for table access. A characteristic
must be converted from a data field to a key field, or the other way
round, for value assignment alternative &V1&.

System Response

The system checks whether the table is used in released constraints or
actions. If it is, no changes are possible.
Use of the table in preconditions or selection conditions is not
relevant to changes to key fields and data fields.

How to fix this error?

If you set the status of the dependencies (constraints or actions) to
<ZH>Locked</>, the value assignment alternative can be processed.
When you next maintain the dependencies, you must include the changes
to table access.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX249 - Value assignment alternative & table & used in object dependencies ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX249 typically relates to issues with value assignment alternatives in the context of object dependencies, particularly in variant configuration scenarios. This error indicates that there is a problem with the way value assignments are defined for characteristics in the configuration model.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error may arise if there are inconsistencies or incorrect definitions in the configuration model, such as missing or incorrectly defined value assignment alternatives.
  Missing Dependencies: If the object dependencies (like constraints or rules) are not properly set up, it can lead to this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the configuration tables, such as missing entries or incorrect relationships between characteristics and their values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Dependencies: Review the object dependencies associated with the configuration model. Ensure that all necessary dependencies are defined correctly and that they reference the correct characteristics and values.
  Review Value Assignment Alternatives: Go to the configuration settings and check the value assignment alternatives for the characteristics involved. Make sure that they are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CU01 (Create Object Dependency) to check for inconsistencies in the configuration model. You can also use the transaction CU03 to display and analyze object dependencies.
  Data Maintenance: If there are missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables, you may need to maintain the data using transaction codes like CT04 (Maintain Characteristic) or CT02 (Maintain Characteristic Values).
  Transport Issues: If the error occurred after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CU01, CU02, CU03 for object dependencies.
  CU50 for configuration.
  CT04 for maintaining characteristics.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variant configuration and object dependencies to ensure that you are following best practices in your configuration setup.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in variant configuration.