How To Fix CUMTX269 - Number of values for characteristic & not restricted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Number of values for characteristic & not restricted

What causes this issue?

You want to display the table as a decision table. You can only do this
if a finite number of values is defined for all characteristics.

System Response

The system found that characteristic &V1& either has no allowed values
or additional values are allowed for this characteristic.

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 CUMTX269 - Number of values for characteristic & not restricted ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX269 indicates that there is an issue with the number of values assigned to a characteristic in the context of a configuration or variant configuration scenario. Specifically, it means that the number of values for a characteristic is not restricted, which can lead to problems in the configuration process.
  Cause:
  
  Unrestricted Characteristic: The characteristic in question has been defined without any restrictions on the number of values it can take. This can happen if the characteristic is set up to allow multiple values but is not properly configured to limit or manage those values.
  Configuration Profile Issues: The configuration profile may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to handle the values assigned to the characteristic.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the characteristic, such as missing or incorrectly defined values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Settings: Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system and check if the characteristic is set to allow multiple values. If it is, consider restricting it to a specific number of values if that aligns with your business requirements.
  Review Configuration Profile: Ensure that the configuration profile associated with the material or product is correctly set up. This includes checking the dependencies and constraints related to the characteristic.
  Limit Values: If the characteristic should have a limited number of values, you can set restrictions in the configuration profile or characteristic definition to enforce this.
  Master Data Review: Verify that the master data for the characteristic is complete and correctly defined. Ensure that all necessary values are available and correctly assigned.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing characteristics and configuration profiles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) and CU41 (to maintain configuration profiles) to make the necessary changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration issues.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the configuration works as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.