How To Fix EDEREG_INV406 - Characteristic value &1 is not suitable for grouping type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_INV - Error Messages for Payment Management in a Deregulated Env.

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Characteristic value &1 is not suitable for grouping type &2

What causes this issue?

Characteristic value &V1& exists. This is not suitable for the current
grouping type &V2&.
This may be because you have changed the grouping type without having
deleted the characteristic value.
If you have selected the grouping type <LS>point of delivery group</>,
it is possible that the deregulation process for the point of delivery
group does not match the deregulation process for the service provider
agreement.

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?

Use the input help (F4) to select an appropriate characteristic value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_INV406 - Characteristic value &1 is not suitable for grouping type &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_INV406 indicates that a characteristic value is not suitable for the specified grouping type. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in the SAP system, particularly in the areas of product configuration or classification.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A characteristic value that is being used does not match the expected format or type for the specified grouping type.
  The characteristic value may not be defined correctly in the system or may not be compatible with the grouping type being used.
  There may be a mismatch between the characteristic value and the grouping type due to incorrect settings in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EDEREG_INV406 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and verify the definition of the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the characteristic value is correctly defined and is compatible with the grouping type.
  
  
  
  Review Grouping Type:
  
  Check the grouping type in question. You can do this in the configuration settings where the grouping type is defined.
  Ensure that the characteristic values assigned to the grouping type are valid and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  If you are working with variant configuration, check the configuration profile and ensure that the characteristics and their values are correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the dependencies and constraints related to the characteristics are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  Try using different characteristic values to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with a specific value.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional insights or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04 - Characteristic Maintenance
  CU01 - Configuration Profile Maintenance
  CU02 - Configuration Profile Assignment
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on variant configuration and characteristic management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EDEREG_INV406 error and implement a suitable solution.