How To Fix VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR112 - Variant table &1: Binding characteristic &2 to table column &3 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR - Messages related to validation

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Variant table &1: Binding characteristic &2 to table column &3 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR112 - Variant table &1: Binding characteristic &2 to table column &3 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR112 typically indicates an issue with the binding of characteristics to a variant table in the context of variant configuration. This error occurs when there is an inconsistency or invalid mapping between the characteristic and the table column.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Characteristic Binding: The characteristic specified in the error message is not correctly bound to the specified table column. This could be due to:
  
  The characteristic not existing in the context of the variant table.
  The characteristic being of a different type than what the table column expects.
  The characteristic not being defined in the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Table Structure Issues: The structure of the variant table may not match the expected structure for the characteristics being used.
  
  
  Configuration Profile Issues: The configuration profile may not be set up correctly, leading to invalid bindings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic (&2 in the error message) is defined correctly in the system.
  Verify that the characteristic is active and available for use in the variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Table Structure:
  
  Check the structure of the variant table (&1 in the error message) to ensure that it includes the expected columns and that the data types match the characteristics being bound.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration Profile:
  
  Review the configuration profile associated with the variant table to ensure that all necessary characteristics are included and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Bindings:
  
  If the binding is indeed invalid, you may need to adjust the bindings in the variant configuration settings to ensure that they are valid and correspond to the correct columns in the table.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CU01 (Characteristic) to review and modify the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on variant configuration and characteristic binding for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP variant configuration.