How To Fix VCH_HL_CORE029 - Missing data for cstic ID &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_CORE - Variant Configuration Core Function

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Missing data for cstic ID &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_CORE029 - Missing data for cstic ID &1. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_CORE029 with the description "Missing data for cstic ID &1" typically occurs in the context of variant configuration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary data for a characteristic (cstic) identified by the ID provided in the error message.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Characteristic Data: The characteristic ID specified in the error message does not have any associated data in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The characteristic not being defined properly in the configuration profile.
  The characteristic not being assigned to the relevant class or object.
  Data for the characteristic not being maintained in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration profile may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incomplete data for the characteristic.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the data related to the characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and verify that the characteristic ID exists and is properly defined.
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  
  
  
  Maintain Characteristic Values:
  
  If the characteristic is defined but lacks values, you can maintain the values in the characteristic settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Check the configuration profile associated with the product or object to ensure that all necessary characteristics are included and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the variant configuration process to identify where the data retrieval is failing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to variant configuration for any specific guidance or known issues related to the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  CU50: Configuration Profile Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to variant configuration issues.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message VCH_HL_CORE029.