How To Fix CX229 - Not all characteristics of template &1 are valid on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Not all characteristics of template &1 are valid on &2

What causes this issue?

Copied object &v1& has characteristics which are not valid on the
validity date of the table or function. Either the characteristics are
not valid until a date in the future, or their validity period has
already ended.

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?

Check the validity of the characteristics you want to allocate to the
table or function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX229 - Not all characteristics of template &1 are valid on &2 ?

  The SAP error message CX229 indicates that there is a mismatch between the characteristics defined in a template and those that are valid for a specific object or context. This typically occurs in scenarios involving characteristics and values in SAP's variant configuration or when working with classification systems.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Template Characteristics: The template you are trying to use contains characteristics that are not valid for the object you are working with. This can happen if the object does not support certain characteristics defined in the template.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the object may not align with the characteristics defined in the template.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CX229 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Template Characteristics:
  
  Review the characteristics defined in the template (e.g., check the configuration profile or class).
  Ensure that all characteristics in the template are applicable to the object you are trying to configure.
  
  
  
  Validate Object Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the object (e.g., product, material) to ensure it supports the characteristics defined in the template.
  If necessary, modify the object’s configuration to include the required characteristics.
  
  
  
  Adjust Template:
  
  If the template contains characteristics that are not needed or applicable, consider modifying the template to remove those characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific characteristics and their applicability to the object in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the configuration again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CL02 (Class Maintenance) to manage characteristics and templates.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CX229 error and implement a solution to resolve it.