How To Fix CUXM1002 - Prohibited characteristic values in the configuration. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUXM1 - ALE Messages for Material Variants

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Prohibited characteristic values in the configuration. See long text

What causes this issue?

The configuration contains prohibited characteristic values.

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?

Using the report in Note 579239, you can determine the details for
this. Before running the report, you must update the inconsistent
configuration. You can do this using one of the modification flags in
function group CUXM. To do this, see the documentation for function
module CUXM_SET_CONFIGURATION.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUXM1002 - Prohibited characteristic values in the configuration. See long text ?

  The SAP error message CUXM1002, which states "Prohibited characteristic values in the configuration," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the configuration you are trying to create or modify contains characteristic values that are not allowed based on the configuration settings defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Prohibited Combinations: The characteristic values you have selected may be incompatible with each other. For example, if you have a characteristic for color and another for size, and certain combinations of these characteristics are not allowed, selecting a prohibited combination will trigger this error.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies defined in the configuration profile that restrict certain characteristic values based on the selection of other characteristics. If these dependencies are violated, the error will occur.
  
  
  Configuration Profile Settings: The configuration profile may have specific settings that restrict certain values or combinations of values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration profile for the material in question. Look for any dependencies or restrictions that may be causing the error. You can do this by navigating to the configuration profile in the SAP system.
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Ensure that the characteristic values you are trying to select are valid and allowed. You may need to refer to the documentation or configuration settings to understand which combinations are permissible.
  
  
  Adjust Selections: Modify your selections to ensure that they comply with the allowed combinations. If you are unsure which values are allowed, you may need to consult with a colleague or refer to the configuration documentation.
  
  
  Test Different Combinations: If you are unsure which specific combination is causing the issue, try selecting different values one at a time to identify the problematic combination.
  
  
  Consult Long Text: The error message may have a long text that provides additional details about the specific issue. Make sure to check this long text for more context on the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) to manage and review configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to variant configuration for more detailed information on setting up characteristics and dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve a technical consultant or SAP support for further assistance.