How To Fix UPC515 - Value &1 of chara &2 does not correspond to the attrib.val &3 of chara &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Value &1 of chara &2 does not correspond to the attrib.val &3 of chara &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC515 - Value &1 of chara &2 does not correspond to the attrib.val &3 of chara &4 ?

  The SAP error message UPC515 indicates a mismatch between the value of a characteristic and the attribute value defined for that characteristic in the context of SAP's classification system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to assign a characteristic value to a classification object (like a material or a product) that does not match the expected attribute value defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Values: The value you are trying to assign to a characteristic does not correspond to the attribute value defined for that characteristic in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured, or the attribute values may not be correctly defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or incorrect data entry when assigning the characteristic value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check the configuration of the characteristic in question (characteristic &2).
  Ensure that the value you are trying to assign (&1) is indeed one of the allowed values for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Attribute Values:
  
  Verify the attribute values defined for the characteristic (&4) and ensure that the value you are trying to assign corresponds to the expected attribute value (&3).
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the value you are trying to assign is incorrect, correct it to match one of the valid attribute values.
  If you are unsure of the valid values, you can look them up in the classification data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the expected values, consult the SAP documentation or your internal guidelines for classification and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to reassign the characteristic value to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic) to view and modify characteristics.
  Classification System: Understanding how the classification system works in SAP can help prevent such errors. Familiarize yourself with how characteristics and their values are defined and used.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and their values.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the classification module.