How To Fix DGA417 - Specification &1, value assignment type &2; value interval not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGA - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management (A)

• Message number: 417

• Message text: Specification &1, value assignment type &2; value interval not permitted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to fill data records in the dangerous goods master with
data from data records in specification management.
You have specified an interval rather than a fixed value for value
assignment &V2& for specification &V1&. However, filling requires a
fixed value to be specified.

System Response

The value assignment &V2& is not filled.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, replace the interval specified with a fixed value.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGA417 - Specification &1, value assignment type &2; value interval not permitted ?

  The SAP error message DGA417 indicates that there is an issue with a value assignment type in a specification. Specifically, it means that the value interval defined for a certain characteristic in a material specification is not permitted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Quality Management (QM) modules, where specifications and characteristics are defined for materials.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Value Assignment Type: The value assignment type defined for the characteristic may not support the specified value interval. For example, if the characteristic is defined to accept only specific values (discrete values), but a range or interval is being used, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the characteristic settings or the value assignment type in the material specification.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered a value that falls outside the allowed range or interval for that characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Review the definition of the characteristic in the specification. Ensure that the value assignment type is appropriate for the values being entered. If the characteristic is supposed to accept a range, ensure that it is configured to do so.
  Adjust Value Interval: If the value interval is incorrect, modify it to fit within the permitted range for the characteristic. This may involve changing the values or the type of value assignment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or configuration guides for the specific module you are working with to understand the allowed configurations for characteristics and value assignments.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being entered adheres to the defined constraints of the characteristic. Validate the input values against the allowed values or intervals.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) or C202 (to maintain specifications) to review and modify the characteristic settings.
  Documentation: Check SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for updates or known issues related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might be affecting the behavior of value assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the DGA417 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.