How To Fix W_CB499 - Identification of a scale line via field CID_REF &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 499

• Message text: Identification of a scale line via field CID_REF &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB499 - Identification of a scale line via field CID_REF &1 is not supported ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB499 Identification of a scale line via field CID_REF &1 is not supported
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs in the context of SAP Classification (CL) or Classification-based processes, particularly when dealing with characteristic scales or scale lines in characteristics.
  
  The message indicates that the system encountered a scale line identification attempt via the field CID_REF, but this method of identification is not supported.
  CID_REF is an internal field used in classification tables or structures to reference scale lines or characteristic values.
  The system expects scale lines to be identified by other means (e.g., by scale line number or characteristic value), but the current process or program is trying to identify it via CID_REF, which is not allowed or implemented.
  This can happen during data upload, classification data processing, or custom developments involving characteristic scales.
  
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When uploading or processing classification data with scale lines.
  When using BAPIs or function modules that handle classification characteristics and their scales.
  In custom programs or enhancements that manipulate classification data and try to identify scale lines incorrectly.
  During migration or data transfer scenarios involving characteristics with scales.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the program or process that triggers the message:
  
  Identify where the scale line identification is done.
  Ensure that the identification of scale lines is done via supported fields (e.g., scale line number, characteristic value) rather than CID_REF.
  
  
  
  Use supported methods for scale line identification:
  
  Instead of using CID_REF, use the characteristic value or scale line number to identify the scale line.
  Review SAP documentation or standard function modules for the correct parameters to identify scale lines.
  
  
  
  Review and correct data upload or interface programs:
  
  If you are uploading classification data, verify the format and fields used for scale lines.
  Adjust the data or the program logic to avoid using CID_REF for scale line identification.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and documentation:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to classification and scale line processing.
  Sometimes, SAP provides patches or corrections if this is a known issue in a particular SAP release.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP standard function modules:
  
  Use standard BAPIs or function modules for classification data handling, which internally manage scale line identification correctly.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification (CL) module in SAP uses characteristics and scales to define classes.
  Scale lines represent possible values or ranges for characteristics.
  Identification of scale lines is crucial for correct classification data processing.
  CID_REF is an internal reference field and not meant for external or programmatic identification of scale lines.
  This message is a warning (W_), so it may not stop processing but indicates a potential issue or unsupported operation.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error message
  W_CB499 Identification of a scale line via field CID_REF &1 is not supported
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to identify a scale line using the internal field CID_REF, which is unsupported
  
  
  Solution
  Use supported fields (scale line number or characteristic value) for scale line identification; adjust programs or data accordingly
  
  
  Context
  Occurs in classification data processing, especially with characteristic scales
  
  
  Severity
  Warning (does not necessarily stop processing but indicates unsupported operation)
  
  
  
  
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