How To Fix /PLMI/BO_CLF005 - Characteristic &1 value &2 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_CLF -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Characteristic &1 value &2 is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_CLF005 - Characteristic &1 value &2 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_CLF005 Characteristic &1 value &2 is inconsistent typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where characteristics and their values are defined for products or materials. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency between the characteristic and the value assigned to it.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value assigned to the characteristic does not match the expected format or range defined in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may not be valid for the specific characteristic.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, such as missing master data or incorrect relationships between characteristics and their values.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify certain characteristics or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the characteristic in the SAP system and verify that the characteristic is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the value you are trying to assign is valid for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Values:
  
  Ensure that the value you are trying to assign to the characteristic is within the allowed range or matches the expected format.
  If the characteristic is a dropdown or a fixed list, ensure that the value exists in that list.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product or material to ensure that all necessary characteristics and values are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity:
  
  Run data consistency checks if available, or consult with your SAP Basis or data management team to ensure that there are no underlying data integrity issues.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the characteristic and its values. If not, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the characteristic and its expected values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (Create Characteristic) or CT05 (Change Characteristic) to review and modify characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message.