How To Fix PMEVC_UI016 - Select at least one guiding cstic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMEVC_UI -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Select at least one guiding cstic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMEVC_UI016 - Select at least one guiding cstic ?

  The SAP error message PMEVC_UI016 "Select at least one guiding cstic" typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when a user is trying to create or modify a configurable product but has not selected any guiding characteristics (cstics) that are required for the configuration process.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Guiding Characteristics Selected: The error indicates that the user has not selected any guiding characteristics, which are essential for the configuration of the product.
  Configuration Model Setup: The configuration model may require certain characteristics to be selected before proceeding, and if none are selected, the system will throw this error.
  User Interface Issue: Sometimes, the user interface may not clearly indicate which characteristics are guiding, leading to confusion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Guiding Characteristics: Ensure that you select at least one guiding characteristic in the configuration screen. Guiding characteristics are typically marked in the configuration model and are essential for determining the values of other characteristics.
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