How To Fix VELO084 - Definition of object characteristic &1 is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VELO - Vehicle Management System

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Definition of object characteristic &1 is not consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VELO084 - Definition of object characteristic &1 is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message VELO084, which states "Definition of object characteristic &1 is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics in the context of product models. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the definition of a characteristic, which can prevent the system from processing configurations correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Characteristic Definition: The characteristic may have been defined incorrectly or inconsistently in the system. This could be due to missing values, incorrect data types, or conflicting settings.
  Missing Dependencies: If the characteristic is part of a dependency (like a class or a configuration profile), and the dependencies are not correctly defined, it can lead to this error.
  Data Model Issues: Changes in the data model or the way characteristics are linked to classes or objects can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and not all related objects were transported, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system and verify that all required fields are filled out correctly. Ensure that the data types and values are consistent.
  
  Transaction Code: CT04 (for characteristics)
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies: If the characteristic is part of a dependency, check the dependencies for any inconsistencies or errors.
  
  Transaction Code: CU01 (for dependencies)
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: Use the consistency check tools available in SAP to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Transaction Code: CU50 (for configuration profiles)
  
  
  
  Transport Check: If the characteristic was recently transported, ensure that all related objects (like classes, dependencies, etc.) were also transported correctly.
  
  
  Recreate the Characteristic: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved, consider deleting and recreating the characteristic to ensure a clean definition.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the inconsistency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the VELO084 error in your SAP system.