How To Fix PMEVC_UI092 - Enter a characteristic value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMEVC_UI -

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Enter a characteristic value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMEVC_UI092 - Enter a characteristic value ?

  The SAP error message PMEVC_UI092 "Enter a characteristic value" typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when a user is trying to create or modify a configurable product and has not provided a required characteristic value.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Value: The error indicates that a required characteristic for the configurable material has not been filled in. In SAP Variant Configuration, characteristics are attributes that define the options available for a product.
  Configuration Profile: The configuration profile may have mandatory characteristics that need to be filled out before proceeding.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering a value for a characteristic that is marked as required.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Characteristics: Review the list of characteristics for the configurable material. Ensure that all mandatory characteristics are filled in with valid values.
  Input Values: Go back to the configuration screen and enter the necessary values for the required characteristics.
  Review Configuration Profile: If you have access, check the configuration profile settings to understand which characteristics are mandatory and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which values to enter, refer to the product documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the configuration of that specific product.
  Error Handling: If the error persists after entering the required values, check for any additional validation rules or dependencies that may be affecting the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Variant Configuration and how to manage characteristics.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) or CU02 (Change Configuration Profile) to manage characteristics.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider training sessions for users on how to properly configure products in SAP VC.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all required characteristic values are entered correctly, you should be able to resolve the PMEVC_UI092 error and proceed with your configuration tasks.