How To Fix VCH_HL_TRACE107 - Characteristic &1 excluded on instance @1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_TRACE - Messages for Trace

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Characteristic &1 excluded on instance @1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_TRACE107 - Characteristic &1 excluded on instance @1 ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_TRACE107 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) has been excluded on a specific instance (denoted as @1). This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a configurable material.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Exclusion: The characteristic mentioned in the error message is not allowed for the specific instance of the configurable material. This could be due to the configuration settings or rules defined in the variant configuration model.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or constraints defined in the configuration profile that exclude certain characteristics based on the values of other characteristics.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material may not be set up correctly, leading to the exclusion of certain characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Profile: Review the configuration profile for the material in question. Ensure that the characteristic is not explicitly excluded in the configuration settings.
  Review Dependencies: Look for any dependencies or constraints that might be causing the characteristic to be excluded. This can include check conditions or exclusion rules that are part of the variant configuration.
  Adjust Characteristics: If the exclusion is not intended, you may need to adjust the characteristics or the configuration model to allow the characteristic to be included for the instance.
  Test Configuration: After making changes, test the configuration again to ensure that the characteristic is now included and that the error does not reoccur.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with variant configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) to manage and review the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.