How To Fix CX050 - You cannot assign characteristic values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 050

• Message text: You cannot assign characteristic values

What causes this issue?

You want to configure an assembly in the BOM of the configurable
material. However, you cannot configure the assembly on its own. This
can have several reasons:
The <DS:GLOS.configuration_profile>configuration profile</> of the
superior material does not allow for multi-level configuration. The
The material is an order BOM component although it does not have a
profile with the setting <ZH>order BOM</> itself. Within an order BOM,
you can only configure materials that likewise have the setting
<ZH>orderBOM</>.

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?

If you want to configure the assembly individually and it is an order
BOM component, choose the setting <ZH>Order BOM</> for the material in
in the configuration profile.
If you want to configure the assembly individually but the
configuration profile for the header material does not allow for
multi-level configuration, check the setting in the configuration
profile for the header material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX050 - You cannot assign characteristic values ?

  The SAP error message CX050, which states "You cannot assign characteristic values," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values in the context of material master data, classification, or variant configuration.
  Causes of CX050
  
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The characteristic values you are trying to assign may not be compatible with the characteristics defined in the system. For example, if a characteristic is defined as a numeric type, you cannot assign a text value to it.
  
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic you are trying to assign values to may not be defined in the classification system or may not be assigned to the class of the object you are working with.
  
  
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The class to which you are trying to assign the characteristic values may not be correctly assigned to the object (e.g., material, equipment).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing you from making changes to the characteristic values.
  
  
  Status of the Object: The object (e.g., material) may be in a status that does not allow changes to its classification data.
  
  
  Solutions to CX050
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definitions: Verify that the characteristics and their values are correctly defined in the classification system. Ensure that the data types match (e.g., numeric vs. text).
  
  
  Review Class Assignment: Ensure that the class to which you are trying to assign the characteristic values is correctly assigned to the object. You can check this in the classification view of the material or object.
  
  
  Check for Missing Characteristics: Make sure that the characteristic you are trying to assign is actually defined in the class you are working with.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the classification data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Object Status: Check the status of the object you are working with. If it is locked or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change its status or unlock it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), or MM02 (Change Material) to investigate and make necessary changes.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CX050 error and implement a solution.