How To Fix R7597 - Characteristic &1: Constant value &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 597

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Constant value &2 is not valid

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V2& should be used as a default value or constant for
characteristic &V1&.

System Response

The value &V2& is, however, not contained in the master data table for
characteristic &V1&.

How to fix this error?

You can display the permitted characteristic values using input help.
This is merely a warning. Processing can proceed.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7597 - Characteristic &1: Constant value &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message R7597 indicates that a characteristic in a configuration scenario has been assigned a constant value that is not valid. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration, where certain characteristics are expected to have specific values based on the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Constant Value: The constant value assigned to the characteristic does not exist in the list of valid values for that characteristic.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings may not be properly defined, leading to the assignment of an invalid value.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that lead to this error.
  Missing Dependencies: The characteristic may depend on other characteristics or conditions that are not met, resulting in an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that the constant value assigned to the characteristic is valid. You can do this by checking the characteristic definition in the SAP system.
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and check the allowed values for the characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for the product are correctly defined. This includes checking dependencies, constraints, and any other related settings.
  
  Use transaction code CU01 (Create Dependency) to review and adjust dependencies if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Constant Values: If the constant value is indeed invalid, you may need to change it to a valid value that is acceptable for the characteristic.
  
  
  Check for Missing Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies that affect the characteristic are correctly defined and that all required characteristics are set.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your configuration data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid values or the configuration settings, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in variant configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: To view and edit characteristics.
  CU01: To create and manage dependencies.
  CU02: To change existing dependencies.
  CU03: To display dependencies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number (R7597) in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.