How To Fix CX643 - Entries in variant table & are maintained with engineering change mgmt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 643

• Message text: Entries in variant table & are maintained with engineering change mgmt

What causes this issue?

You want to transfer the contents of the variant table to a database
table. This is only possible if the table lines have not been processed
with engineering change management.

System Response

The system found that at least one line of variant table &V1& has been
processed with a change number, so the contents of the variant table
cannot be transferred to a database table.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX643 - Entries in variant table & are maintained with engineering change mgmt ?

  The SAP error message CX643 typically indicates that there are inconsistencies or issues related to the variant configuration in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM). This error often arises when there are entries in the variant table that are not properly aligned with the engineering change management processes or configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The variant table may contain entries that are not consistent with the current engineering change status or configuration.
  Missing or Incorrect ECM Settings: The settings for engineering change management may not be properly configured, leading to conflicts with the variant data.
  Active Changes: There may be active engineering changes that have not been fully processed or released, causing discrepancies with the variant configuration.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the variant data related to ECM.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Engineering Change Status: Review the status of the engineering changes that are currently active. Ensure that all