How To Fix STEP450 - &1 &2: Category only supported in PVS

STEP450 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 450

• Message text: &1 &2: Category only supported in PVS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP450 - &1 &2: Category only supported in PVS ?

  The SAP error message "STEP450 &1 &2: Category only supported in PVS" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Variants Configuration (PVS) or when dealing with variant configuration scenarios. This error indicates that a certain category of configuration is not supported in the current context or setup.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises when a configuration step is trying to use a category that is not compatible with the current variant configuration setup.
  Missing Settings: It may also occur if the necessary settings for the product variant configuration are not properly defined in the system.
  Incompatibility: The category being referenced may only be applicable in a specific context (like PVS) and not in the current configuration scenario.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the product in question. Ensure that all necessary categories and dependencies are correctly defined.
  Use PVS: If the category is indeed only supported in PVS, consider switching to the