How To Fix MDG_CLF_LEAN024 - Multiple values for characteristic &1 in valuation of material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_CLF_LEAN - Lean Classification - Central Governance parts

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Multiple values for characteristic &1 in valuation of material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_CLF_LEAN024 - Multiple values for characteristic &1 in valuation of material &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_CLF_LEAN024 indicates that there are multiple values for a characteristic in the valuation of a material. This typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management, particularly when using SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system encounters a situation where a characteristic (e.g., color, size, etc.) for a material has been assigned multiple values, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Multiple values may have been inadvertently entered for a single characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to handle multiple values for certain characteristics.
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the system may be inconsistent, leading to multiple values being assigned to a characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Material Data: Check the material master data for the material specified in the error message. Look for the characteristic mentioned (e.g., &1) and verify if it has multiple values assigned.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If you find that multiple values have been entered for a characteristic, correct the data by ensuring that only one value is assigned to that characteristic for the material.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the characteristic is supposed to allow multiple values, check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle such cases.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks in the MDG system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the material master data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling characteristics and material valuation.
  
  
  Engage with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to review and edit material master data.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in MDG related to material characteristics and valuation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.