How To Fix R7106 - Enter valid characteristic ( &1 not available)

R7106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Enter valid characteristic ( &1 not available)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7106 - Enter valid characteristic ( &1 not available) ?

  The SAP error message R7106 ("Enter valid characteristic (&1 not available)") typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics in the context of material master data, classification, or variant configuration. This error indicates that the characteristic you are trying to use is not available or recognized in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Not Defined: The characteristic you are trying to enter may not be defined in the system or may not be assigned to the class you are working with.
  Incorrect Class Type: The characteristic may not be valid for the class type you are using.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the characteristic.
  Inactive Characteristics: The characteristic might be inactive or not available for the current configuration or material.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the characteristic name or code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic)