How To Fix G00861 - The fixed value in BCat ind. will be deleted for dependent char &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 861

• Message text: The fixed value in BCat ind. will be deleted for dependent char &1

What causes this issue?

You want to deselect the indicator <ZH>Fixed value in the breakdown
category</> for characteristic <ZH>&V2&</>. Since characteristic <ZH>
&V1&</> is dependent on characteristic <ZH>&V2&</>, the indicator
<ZH>Fixed value in the breakdown category</> is also deselected for
this characteristic.

System Response

The indicator <ZH>Fixed value in the breakdown category</> is
deselected for the characteristic <ZH>&V1&</>.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00861 - The fixed value in BCat ind. will be deleted for dependent char &1 ?

  The SAP error message G00861 indicates that there is an issue with the fixed value in the characteristic indicator (BCat ind.) for a dependent characteristic in a classification system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification and variant configuration functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error message G00861 is triggered when:
  
  A fixed value for a characteristic is being deleted or is no longer valid due to changes in the configuration or the master data.
  The dependent characteristic is linked to a characteristic that has been modified, leading to inconsistencies in the classification data.
  The system is trying to delete a fixed value that is still being referenced or used in some context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies between the characteristics. Ensure that the dependent characteristic is correctly defined and that its relationship with the independent characteristic is valid.
  
  
  Review Classification Data: Go to the classification data for the material or object in question. Check if the fixed value for the characteristic is still relevant and if it needs to be updated or removed.
  
  
  Update Characteristics: If the fixed value is no longer needed, you may need to update the characteristic settings in the classification system. This can involve:
  
  Modifying the characteristic definition.
  Adjusting the fixed values associated with the characteristic.
  Ensuring that all dependent characteristics are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Dependencies: Ensure that there are no active dependencies that are preventing the deletion of the fixed value. You may need to deactivate or adjust these dependencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling classification and variant configuration issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the classification behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic) to manage characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the G00861 error and implement a solution to resolve it.