How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON601 - Variant Configuration hasnÆt been maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Variant Configuration hasnÆt been maintained.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON601 - Variant Configuration hasnÆt been maintained. ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON601 indicates that the variant configuration for a specific product has not been maintained. This error typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) when trying to process a sales order or perform a related function for a configurable product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Data: The variant configuration settings for the material in question have not been set up in the system. This could mean that the necessary characteristics, classes, or dependencies have not been defined.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be correctly configured to allow for variant configuration.
  Incorrect Sales Order Entry: The sales order may be attempting to reference a configuration that does not exist or is incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) or CU02 (Change Configuration Profile) to create or modify the configuration profile for the material.
  Ensure that the characteristics, classes, and dependencies are correctly defined for the product.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to check the material master record.
  Ensure that the material is marked as a configurable material in the Basic Data view and that the appropriate configuration profile is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order Entry:
  
  If the error occurs during sales order entry, double-check the entries made in the sales order to ensure that they align with the available configurations for the product.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by creating a new sales order or processing the existing one to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  MM02: Change Material Master
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on maintaining variant configuration and understanding the configuration process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FSH_SD_COMMON601 error and ensure that the variant configuration is properly maintained for your products.