How To Fix G00837 - Char &1 is permanently fixated with value &2 (please correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 837

• Message text: Char &1 is permanently fixated with value &2 (please correct)

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& is permanently fixed for the document type being
used, the current value being &V2&. The examination of the breakdowns
for item &V3& shows that the value &V4& is required for characteristic
&V1&. This value does not match the permanently fixed value of &V2&.

System Response

Entry cannot be posted

How to fix this error?

Adjust the entry. Specify an item with a suitable breakdown for
characteristic &V1&, or change the fixed value for the characteristic.

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00837 - Char &1 is permanently fixated with value &2 (please correct) ?

  The SAP error message G00837 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) in a configuration or variant configuration scenario is permanently fixated with a specific value (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of configurable materials or products where certain characteristics are expected to be flexible but have been set to a fixed value, preventing any changes.
  Cause:
  
  Fixed Characteristic: The characteristic in question has been set to a fixed value in the configuration profile or in the master data, which means it cannot be changed during the configuration process.
  Configuration Profile Settings: The configuration profile may have been set up in such a way that it enforces certain characteristics to be fixed based on specific conditions or selections.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or settings that lead to the characteristic being treated as fixed when it should not be.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration Profile: Check the configuration profile for the material or product to see if the characteristic is intentionally set to be fixed. If it should be flexible, modify the settings accordingly.
  Adjust Characteristic Settings: If the characteristic is incorrectly set as fixed, you can change its settings in the characteristic definition or in the configuration profile.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or constraints that may be causing the characteristic to be fixed. Adjust these dependencies if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage characteristics in variant configuration.
  Test Configuration: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the characteristic can now be modified as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CU50 (Configuration) or CT04 (Characteristic) to review and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.