How To Fix OXDEP012 - Syntax error: characteristic & is not in the variance schema

OXDEP012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OXDEP - OM: GUI: Form

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Syntax error: characteristic & is not in the variance schema

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OXDEP012 - Syntax error: characteristic & is not in the variance schema ?

  The SAP error message OXDEP012 indicates that there is a syntax error related to a characteristic that is not included in the variance schema. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration (VC) in SAP, where characteristics are used to define product variants.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic in Variance Schema: The characteristic mentioned in the error message is not defined in the variance schema that is being used. This can happen if the characteristic was recently added or modified but not included in the relevant schema.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product or variant may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the characteristic.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that prevent the system from processing the characteristic correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variance Schema:
  
  Go to the transaction code CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CU01 (Create Variance Schema) to review the variance schema.
  Ensure that the characteristic