How To Fix WGDS_ENH130 - Do not change the characteristic values of a converted variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_ENH -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Do not change the characteristic values of a converted variant

What causes this issue?

The current selected item is a new converted variant. To avoid posting
errors when creating the article master data based on the item data
, do not change the shown characteristic values.

System Response

Only as part of the single article to variant conversion<(>,<)> a
consistency check is done to make sure that for the concerned generic
article all variants use a different characteristic value combination.
If you change the characteristic value settings afterwards, this
consistency check is not executed again. If the characteristic values
are not changed in a way that ensures the uniqueness of the
characteristic value combinations, you will run into a posting error
later on when the variants are transferred into real articles.

How to fix this error?

Keep the shown characteristic values as they are or change them in a way
that ensures the uniqueness of the characteristic value combinations
across all related variants of the generic article concerned.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_ENH130 - Do not change the characteristic values of a converted variant ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WGDS_ENH130: "Do not change the characteristic values of a converted variant":
  
  Error Message
  WGDS_ENH130
  
  Text: Do not change the characteristic values of a converted variant.
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to modify the characteristic values of a variant that has already been converted or processed in the SAP system, particularly in the context of variant configuration or classification.
  
  In SAP Variant Configuration, a variant represents a specific combination of characteristic values.
  Once a variant has been converted (e.g., converted from a classification variant to a configuration variant or after being used in a sales document or production order), its characteristic values become locked or read-only to maintain data consistency.
  Changing these values after conversion can lead to inconsistencies in master data or transactional data, which is why the system prevents such changes.
  
  
  When does this happen?
  
  When you try to edit a variant that has been converted or used in a document.
  When you attempt to change characteristic values in a variant that is linked to a configuration profile or classification object that has already been processed.
  During variant maintenance in transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CT04 (Change Characteristic), or variant management transactions.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Do not change characteristic values of converted variants:
  
  The best practice is to avoid modifying characteristic values of variants that have been converted or used.
  Instead, create a new variant with the desired characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Check variant status:
  
  Verify if the variant is already used in sales orders, production orders, or other documents.
  If yes, do not change it; create a new variant.
  
  
  
  If changes are absolutely necessary:
  
  You may need to delete or archive the existing variant and all related documents (if business processes allow).
  Then create a new variant with the correct characteristic values.
  Note: This approach can have significant business impact and should be done with caution and proper authorization.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or Support:
  
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes provide guidance or corrections related to this error.
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WGDS_ENH130 or variant configuration.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Variant Configuration (LO-VC): This error is common in the context of SAP Variant Configuration, where characteristics and variants define product configurations.
  Classification System: Variants are often linked to classes and characteristics in the classification system.
  Transactions:
  
  CL02 - Change Class
  CT04 - Change Characteristic
  CU50 - Change Variant
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to WGDS_ENH130 for any patches or updates.
  Data Consistency: SAP enforces this restriction to maintain consistency between master data and transactional data.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to change characteristic values of a variant that has already been converted/used.
  
  
  Effect
  System blocks the change to prevent data inconsistency.
  
  
  Solution
  Do not change converted variants; create new variants instead.
  
  
  Additional
  Check variant usage, consider business impact before deleting variants, consult SAP Notes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction code used, process step), I can help with more specific guidance.