How To Fix VCH_HL_CORE002 - You cannot choose this excluded value: &. Choose a different value.

VCH_HL_CORE002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_CORE - Variant Configuration Core Function

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You cannot choose this excluded value: &. Choose a different value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_CORE002 - You cannot choose this excluded value: &. Choose a different value. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_CORE002 indicates that a user is attempting to select a value that has been excluded from a certain selection set or list. This typically occurs in scenarios where certain values are restricted based on business rules or configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exclusion List: The value you are trying to select has been explicitly marked as excluded in the system configuration. This could be due to business rules that prevent certain values from being used in specific contexts.
  Data Validation: The system may have validation rules that restrict the selection of certain values based on the current state of the data or the user's role.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management) may have been set up to exclude certain values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose a Different Value: The immediate solution is to select a different value that is not excluded. Review the available options and choose one that