How To Fix VK431 - No test poss. for object &1 with characteristic &2. Please check entry!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 431

• Message text: No test poss. for object &1 with characteristic &2. Please check entry!

What causes this issue?

The field check could not be implemented for a specific field. This
means that no check could be carried out on this field to see whether
the value entered is permitted.

System Response

The system issues a warning message.

How to fix this error?

The user should be particularly careful when making these entries, as
the system cannot carry out a check. Incorrect entries can lead to
problems later.
Example: If a condition record has been maintained for the wrong
customer number and a check cannot be carried out, no record is found
later during Pricing, as the record has not been maintained correctly.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK431 - No test poss. for object &1 with characteristic &2. Please check entry! ?

  The SAP error message VK431 "No test possible for object &1 with characteristic &2. Please check entry!" typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when working with characteristics in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform a test for a specific object (like a material or a configuration) with the given characteristic due to some issues with the data or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic specified in the error message may not be assigned to the object (material or configuration).
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type (e.g., material, class) may not support the characteristic being tested.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data or master data related to the object or characteristic.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the variant may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to perform tests.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment: Verify that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the object in the configuration settings. You can do this by checking the material master or class settings.
  Review Object Type: Ensure that the object type you are working with supports the characteristic. If not, you may need to adjust your configuration or use a different object.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the configuration data. This can often be done using transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CU60 (Configuration Overview).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the variant and ensure that all necessary characteristics and dependencies are correctly defined.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristic and object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if there are issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU01 (Create Characteristics), CU02 (Change Characteristics), and CU03 (Display Characteristics) for managing characteristics.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variant configuration and characteristics to understand how they interact and how to troubleshoot related issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VK431 error and implement a solution to resolve it.