How To Fix VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF017 - Alternative unit of measure in master data not supported (Cstic &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF - Exception messages for master data access: classification

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Alternative unit of measure in master data not supported (Cstic &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF017 - Alternative unit of measure in master data not supported (Cstic &1) ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF017 indicates that there is an issue with the alternative unit of measure in the master data for a characteristic (Cstic) in the context of variant configuration or classification. This error typically arises when the system encounters a characteristic that has an alternative unit of measure that is not supported or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Alternative Unit of Measure: The characteristic in question may have an alternative unit of measure that is not defined or supported in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the master data settings for the characteristic, such as missing entries in the unit of measure table.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the master data might be inconsistent, leading to the system not recognizing the alternative unit of measure.
  Missing Customization: The system may not have been customized to handle the specific alternative unit of measure for the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the characteristic settings in the SAP system and verify the alternative unit of measure settings.
  Ensure that the alternative unit of measure is correctly defined and supported.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the characteristic to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Unit of Measure Settings:
  
  Verify the unit of measure settings in the system. Ensure that the alternative unit of measure is defined in the unit of measure table (T006).
  If necessary, add the alternative unit of measure to the table.
  
  
  
  Customization:
  
  If the alternative unit of measure is not supported, consider customizing the system to include it. This may involve working with your SAP configuration team to update the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the characteristic behaves as expected with the alternative unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CT04 (Characteristic) to check and modify characteristics, and OMW1 (Define Units of Measure) to manage unit of measure settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling alternative units of measure.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on variant configuration and classification for more detailed information on managing characteristics and units of measure.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.