How To Fix MDM_CLF_LEAN242 - Wrong characteristic &1 in valuation of object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDM_CLF_LEAN - MDM Lean Classification - Reuse Parts

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Wrong characteristic &1 in valuation of object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN242 - Wrong characteristic &1 in valuation of object &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN242 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics assigned to a valuation object in the Master Data Management (MDM) module. Specifically, it suggests that a characteristic that is expected is either missing or incorrectly defined for the object being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Assignment: The characteristic specified in the error message (&1) is not valid for the valuation object (&2). This could be due to a misconfiguration in the master data setup.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the characteristic is not properly linked to the valuation object.
  Missing Characteristics: The required characteristics for the valuation object may not have been defined or activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the valuation object may not align with the characteristics defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the valuation object and verify that the characteristic (&1) is correctly defined and assigned.
  Ensure that the characteristic is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the valuation object (&2) to ensure that all required characteristics are present and correctly populated.
  Look for any discrepancies or missing values that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Object Settings:
  
  If the characteristic is not needed for the valuation object, consider removing it from the configuration.
  If it is required, ensure that it is properly linked and configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific valuation object and its required characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the valuation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01, MM02, or MM03 to manage material master data, or MDM related transactions for managing master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to 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 and resolve the issue causing the MDM_CLF_LEAN242 error message.