How To Fix MILL_MM_OB020 - &1 characteristic attributes have been adopted from the configuration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_MM_OB - Original Batch

• Message number: 020

• Message text: &1 characteristic attributes have been adopted from the configuration

What causes this issue?

A configuration already exists for the production order or purchase
order item.

System Response

The values of characteristics with the same names have been copied from
the configuration.

How to fix this error?

Check the copied values and correct if necessary.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_MM_OB020 - &1 characteristic attributes have been adopted from the configuration ?

  The SAP error message MILL_MM_OB020 typically indicates that there is an issue with the characteristic attributes in the configuration of a material or product in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with configurable materials in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message MILL_MM_OB020 occurs when the system is unable to properly adopt the characteristic attributes from the configuration. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The required characteristics for the material or configuration are not defined or are missing in the configuration profile.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies in the characteristic attributes.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that prevent the system from adopting the characteristics.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies defined in the configuration that are not being met, causing the system to fail in adopting the characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MILL_MM_OB020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Configuration Profile: Review the configuration profile for the material to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and correctly set up.
  Validate Characteristics: Ensure that all required characteristics are assigned to the material and that their values are correctly defined.
  Review Dependencies: Check for any dependencies that may be affecting the configuration. Ensure that all conditions for the dependencies are met.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data and configuration data to identify any discrepancies.
  Reconfigure Material: If necessary, reconfigure the material and its characteristics to ensure that they align with the requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the configuration of the material in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CS01 (Create Material BOM) to check and modify the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues 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 underlying issue causing the MILL_MM_OB020 error in your SAP system.