How To Fix VSCE469 - Characteristic &1 has the unsupported data type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Characteristic &1 has the unsupported data type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE469 - Characteristic &1 has the unsupported data type &2 ?

  The SAP error message VSCE469 indicates that a characteristic in the system has an unsupported data type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when a characteristic is defined with a data type that is not compatible with the expected types for certain operations or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Data Type: The characteristic is defined with a data type that is not supported by the variant configuration. Common data types include CHAR, NUMC, DATS, etc., but some types may not be usable in certain contexts.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may have been incorrectly defined or imported from another system where the data type was valid but is not valid in the current system.
  Incompatibility with VC: The characteristic may be used in a context (like a class or a configuration profile) that does not support its data type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (transaction code CT04) and verify the data type. Ensure that it is one of the supported types for variant configuration.
  Change Data Type: If the data type is unsupported, consider changing it to a compatible type. For example, if it is defined as a complex type, you may need to change it to a simpler type like CHAR or NUMC.
  Review Usage: Check where the characteristic is being used (e.g., in classes, configuration profiles) and ensure that it is appropriate for those contexts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to variant configuration to understand the supported data types and any limitations.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the characteristic behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  CL02: Class maintenance
  CU01: Configuration profile maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on supported data types in variant configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCE469 error and ensure that your characteristics are correctly defined for use in variant configuration.