How To Fix MH356 - Correction of char. values of gen art. &1 and its variants recommended

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Correction of char. values of gen art. &1 and its variants recommended

What causes this issue?

Report R_CORR_GEN_ART_DEF_VAL has been executed in check mode and has
identified that generic article &V1& and its variants use
characteristics with default characteristic values. The use of default
characteristic values is not recommended for generic articles because it
can lead to data inconsistencies. Therefore, the inconsistent
characteristic values of the generic article and its variants need to be
corrected.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Execute the report R_CORR_GEN_ART_DEF_VAL again and make sure that the
Check Only (No Update) option is not selected.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH356 - Correction of char. values of gen art. &1 and its variants recommended ?

  The SAP error message MH356, which states "Correction of char. values of gen art. &1 and its variants recommended," typically relates to issues with the characteristics of a generic article (gen art.) in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with variant configuration or when managing characteristics of configurable materials.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Characteristic Values: The error usually indicates that there are inconsistencies or issues with the characteristic values assigned to a generic article and its variants. This can happen if the characteristics of the generic article do not match those of its variants.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the material master records, particularly in the classification data.
  Configuration Issues: If the generic article is part of a variant configuration, there may be issues with how the characteristics are defined or linked to the variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Values: Check the characteristic values assigned to the generic article and its variants. Ensure that they are consistent and correctly defined.
  Update Material Master: Go to the material master record for the generic article and its variants. Ensure that all necessary characteristics are correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or CL02 (Change Class) to modify the characteristics and ensure they are aligned.
  Check Classification: Ensure that the classification system is correctly set up and that the generic article is classified properly. You may need to adjust the class assignments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling characteristic values and variant configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in materials management and variant configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MH356 error and ensure that the characteristic values for your generic articles and their variants are correctly configured.