How To Fix VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST021 - Combination pos. and neg. values not allowed (characterisitic &1)

VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST - Message Class for Dependency Maintenance Table

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Combination pos. and neg. values not allowed (characterisitic &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST021 - Combination pos. and neg. values not allowed (characterisitic &1) ?

  The SAP error message VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST021, which states "Combination pos. and neg. values not allowed (characteristic &1)," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a configurable material. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the values assigned to a characteristic, where both positive and negative values are being used simultaneously, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Conflicting Values: The characteristic in question (&1) has been assigned both positive and negative values in the configuration, which is not permissible.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the material may not allow for the combination of these values due to business rules or constraints defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have inadvertently selected or entered conflicting values during the configuration process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Values: Check the values assigned to the characteristic in question. Ensure that only one type of value (either positive or negative) is assigned.
  Adjust Configuration: If