How To Fix MDM_CLF_LEAN243 - No value for mandatory 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: 243

• Message text: No value for mandatory characteristic &1 in valuation of object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN243 - No value for mandatory characteristic &1 in valuation of object &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN243 indicates that there is a missing value for a mandatory characteristic in the valuation of a specific object. This typically occurs in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with characteristics in product valuation.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system attempts to process an object (like a product or material) that requires certain mandatory characteristics to be filled in, but one or more of these characteristics are missing. This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete Master Data: The object being processed does not have all the required characteristics filled out in the master data.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristics may not be properly configured in the system, leading to mandatory fields not being recognized.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some mandatory fields may not have been populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Object: Identify the object (e.g., material, product) mentioned in the error message. Review its master data to ensure that all mandatory characteristics are filled in.
  
  
  Fill in Missing Values: If you find that any mandatory characteristics are missing, update the master data to include the required values.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the characteristics are correctly configured in the system. Check the settings for the characteristics to confirm that they are marked as mandatory.
  
  
  Data Validation: If the data was migrated, perform a validation check to ensure that all required fields were populated during the migration process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and their requirements for the object type you are working with.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary updates, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to update the master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all mandatory characteristics are filled in and properly configured, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the valuation of the object.