How To Fix VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR119 - Inconsistent config. model caused by excluded or mandatory Char. facets.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR - Messages related to validation

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Inconsistent config. model caused by excluded or mandatory Char. facets.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR119 - Inconsistent config. model caused by excluded or mandatory Char. facets. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR119 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the configuration model due to excluded or mandatory characteristic facets. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration (VC) in SAP, where certain characteristics are required or excluded based on the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Excluded Characteristics: Some characteristics that are necessary for the configuration are marked as excluded, which means they cannot be selected during the configuration process.
  Mandatory Characteristics: There are characteristics that are marked as mandatory but are not being filled in or are missing values in the configuration.
  Inconsistent Configuration: The combination of the above two points leads to an inconsistent state in the configuration model, which prevents the system from processing the configuration correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Configuration Model:
  
  Check the configuration model for the product in question. Ensure that all mandatory characteristics are defined and have valid values.
  Verify that no necessary characteristics are marked as excluded.
  
  
  
  Adjust Characteristic Settings:
  
  If a characteristic is mandatory, ensure that it is included in the configuration and that it has a valid value.
  If a characteristic is excluded but should be included, change its status to allow selection.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies or constraints that may affect the characteristics. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not conflict with the mandatory or excluded settings.
  
  
  
  Test Configuration:
  
  After making adjustments, test the configuration again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling variant configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a specialist who has experience with variant configuration in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Variant Configuration (VC): This is a feature in SAP that allows for the customization of products based on specific customer requirements. It uses characteristics and values to define product variants.
  Characteristics: These are attributes that define the properties of a product. They can be mandatory, optional, or excluded based on the configuration.
  Dependencies: These are rules that define how characteristics interact with each other. They can enforce certain selections or combinations of characteristics.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure a consistent configuration model in SAP.