How To Fix VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR103 - Object dependency &1 skipped due to missing characteristic &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR - Messages related to validation

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Object dependency &1 skipped due to missing characteristic &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR103 - Object dependency &1 skipped due to missing characteristic &2. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR103 indicates that there is an issue with object dependencies in the context of variant configuration. Specifically, the error states that a certain object dependency (identified by &1) has been skipped because a required characteristic (identified by &2) is missing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Characteristic: The primary cause of this error is that the object dependency requires a characteristic that is not defined or is not available in the current context. This can happen if:
  
  The characteristic is not assigned to the configuration profile.
  The characteristic is not included in the variant configuration model.
  The characteristic is not maintained in the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with how the object dependencies are set up, such as incorrect references or conditions that rely on the missing characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration profile of the material in question and ensure that the required characteristic (&2) is assigned to the configuration profile.
  If the characteristic is missing, you may need to add it to the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Review Object Dependencies:
  
  Check the object dependency (identified by &1) to see if it correctly references the required characteristic.
  Ensure that the logic within the object dependency is valid and that it does not reference any characteristics that are not part of the configuration.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  If the characteristic is supposed to be part of the material's master data, ensure that it is properly maintained in the material master or the relevant configuration model.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with variant configuration in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CU50 (Configuration) to check the configuration profile and CU01 (Object Dependency) to review object dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Variant Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the principles of variant configuration in SAP, as understanding how characteristics and dependencies work together is crucial for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the object dependencies function correctly in your variant configuration setup.