How To Fix CUMTX260 - Characteristic & appears in overview

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Characteristic & appears in overview

What causes this issue?

You want to insert a characteristic.

System Response

The system found that this characteristic already exists in the
characteristics overview, so you cannot insert it.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX260 - Characteristic & appears in overview ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX260 typically indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic in the context of a configuration or variant configuration scenario. This error message usually appears when a characteristic is not properly defined or is causing issues in the configuration overview.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Definition: The characteristic may not be defined correctly in the system, or it may be missing altogether.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic, such as missing values or incorrect dependencies.
  Configuration Profile Issues: The configuration profile associated with the material may not be set up correctly, leading to issues with the characteristics.
  Dependencies: There may be issues with the dependencies (e.g., constraints or selection conditions) related to the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 to check the definition of the characteristic. Ensure that it is correctly defined and active.
  Verify that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Use transaction code CU41 to check the configuration profile for the material. Ensure that all characteristics are included and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies associated with the characteristic using transaction code CU02. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic. This may involve reviewing the values assigned to the characteristic in the material master or configuration.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the configuration or adjusting the settings to ensure that the characteristic is properly integrated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CU41: Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Dependency
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  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 consultant who specializes in SAP configuration and variant configuration.