How To Fix /SAPMP/PUR106 - Value entry not permitted for characteristic &1

/SAPMP/PUR106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/PUR -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Value entry not permitted for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR106 - Value entry not permitted for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR106 Value entry not permitted for characteristic &1 typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with characteristics of materials in the classification system. This error indicates that a value entry for a specific characteristic is not allowed, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may be configured in such a way that it does not allow value entries. This could be due to settings in the classification system or the specific material type.
  
  
  Value Assignment: The value you are trying to assign to the characteristic may not be valid. For example, if the characteristic is defined with a specific set of allowed values, and the value you are trying to enter is not among them, this error will occur.
  
  
  Material Status: The material might be in a status that does not allow changes to its characteristics. For example, if the material is