How To Fix MILL_SD151 - Configuration error: &1, item &2, characteristic &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_SD - Messages from Sales

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Configuration error: &1, item &2, characteristic &3

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred in configuration.

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?

Branch to the configurator to obtain more information about the error.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_SD151 - Configuration error: &1, item &2, characteristic &3 ?

  The SAP error message MILL_SD151 typically indicates a configuration issue related to the characteristics of a material in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) or Material Management (MM). This error often arises when there is a mismatch or missing configuration for a specific characteristic in the material master or when the configuration settings for a configurable product are not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic specified in the error message may not be defined in the configuration profile for the material.
  Incorrect Configuration Profile: The configuration profile assigned to the material may not include the necessary characteristics or may be incorrectly set up.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing values for required characteristics.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category used in the sales document may not be compatible with the configuration settings of the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Go to the material master record and verify that all required characteristics are defined and correctly assigned to the material.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile: Ensure that the configuration profile assigned to the material includes all necessary characteristics.
  
  Transaction Code: CU50 (Configuration Profile)
  
  
  
  Validate Characteristic Values: Make sure that the values for the characteristics are correctly maintained and that there are no missing values.
  
  Transaction Code: CT04 (Characteristic)
  
  
  
  Check Item Category: Verify that the item category used in the sales document is appropriate for the material and its configuration.
  
  Transaction Code: VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  
  
  
  Recreate Configuration: If the configuration is complex, consider recreating the configuration profile to ensure that all settings are correct.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to configurable materials and characteristics for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, CU50, CT04, and VA03 for troubleshooting.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data and configuration profiles.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the material can be processed correctly in sales documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD or MM for further assistance.