How To Fix PMEVC_UI018 - No configurator setting found - variant configuration is set as default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMEVC_UI -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No configurator setting found - variant configuration is set as default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMEVC_UI018 - No configurator setting found - variant configuration is set as default ?

  The SAP error message PMEVC_UI018 indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary configurator settings for a variant configuration. This typically occurs when a user attempts to configure a product that is set up for variant configuration, but the required settings or data are missing or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Profile: The configuration profile for the material may not be defined or is incomplete.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly for variant configuration.
  Missing Characteristics or Values: The characteristics required for the configuration may not be defined or may not have valid values.
  Configuration Settings Not Activated: The variant configuration settings may not be activated for the specific material or product.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check if the configuration profile is assigned correctly.
  Ensure that the configuration profile is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material is marked for variant configuration in the material master.
  Ensure that the relevant views (like Basic Data, Sales, and MRP) are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Define Characteristics:
  
  Check if all necessary characteristics are defined in the class assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the characteristics have valid values and are linked to the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Activate Configuration Settings:
  
  If the configuration settings are not activated, you may need to activate them in the configuration profile or the class settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on setting up variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using transaction SE80 or SE37 to debug the configuration logic and identify where the settings might be missing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  CL02 (Change Class)
  CU50 (Configuration Profile)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PMEVC_UI018 error in SAP.