How To Fix PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT034 - Characteristic '&1' could not be added, max 10 is allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT - T100 messages for BO Product Allocation Object

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Characteristic '&1' could not be added, max 10 is allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT034 - Characteristic '&1' could not be added, max 10 is allowed. ?

  The SAP error message "PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT034 Characteristic '&1' could not be added, max 10 is allowed" typically occurs in the context of product allocation or variant configuration. This error indicates that you are trying to add more than the allowed number of characteristics to a product allocation object, which is limited to a maximum of 10 characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Characteristic Limit: The primary cause of this error is that you are attempting to add an 11th characteristic to a product allocation object, which exceeds the predefined limit of 10 characteristics.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or configuration may have a hard limit on the number of characteristics that can be associated with a product allocation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristics: Check the characteristics you are trying to add to the product allocation. Determine if all of them are necessary. If some characteristics are redundant or can be combined, remove or modify them accordingly.
  Limit Characteristics: If you need to keep the existing characteristics, consider whether you can consolidate or simplify the characteristics to stay within the limit.
  Check Configuration: If you believe that you need more than 10 characteristics for your business process, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to see if there is a possibility to change the configuration settings. However, this may not always be feasible or advisable, depending on the system design.
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation for product allocation and characteristics management for further insights. If necessary, reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on managing characteristics in product allocation.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (for maintaining characteristics) or C201 (for creating product allocations) to help manage your product configurations effectively.
  Best Practices: Consider best practices for managing characteristics in SAP, such as using characteristic hierarchies or grouping related characteristics to optimize the use of the available slots.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your product allocation characteristics effectively.