How To Fix KH813 - Enter characteristic value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Enter characteristic value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH813 - Enter characteristic value ?

  The SAP error message KH813 ("Enter characteristic value") typically occurs in the context of SAP's variant configuration or when working with characteristics in a material master. This error indicates that a required characteristic value has not been entered for a configurable material or product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Value: The most common cause is that a required characteristic for a configurable material has not been filled in. This can happen during the configuration of a product where certain characteristics are mandatory.
  Configuration Profile Issues: There may be issues with the configuration profile or the way characteristics are defined in the material master.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering a value for a characteristic that is marked as required.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Required Values: Go back to the configuration screen and ensure that all required characteristic values are entered. Look for any fields that are marked as mandatory (often indicated with an asterisk).
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data to ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined and that the configuration profile is set up properly.
  Review Configuration Profile: Ensure that the configuration profile associated with the material is correctly set up and that all required characteristics are included.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure which characteristic values are required, consult the documentation or help files related to the specific material or product configuration.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to properly enter characteristic values during the configuration process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or MM02 (Change Material) to access the relevant screens for entering characteristic values.
  Characteristic Definition: Characteristics are defined in the SAP system and can be viewed or modified in the configuration settings. You can check the characteristics in the transaction CT04.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KH813 error and successfully enter the required characteristic values.