How To Fix WMCV106 - Value Scale item &1 position must be the same as in Characteristic &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WMCV - Messages for Value scales/Quota scales/vendor char. values

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Value Scale item &1 position must be the same as in Characteristic &3

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& of Value Scale &V2& has a different position in the
Characterictic &V3& table.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WMCV106 - Value Scale item &1 position must be the same as in Characteristic &3 ?

  The SAP error message WMCV106 indicates that there is a mismatch between the position of a value scale item and the corresponding characteristic in the context of variant configuration. This error typically arises when you are working with configurable materials and their associated characteristics and value scales.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the position of a value scale item (e.g., a specific option or value for a characteristic) does not match the expected position defined in the characteristic itself. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The value scale items may have been defined or ordered incorrectly in the configuration settings.
  Changes in Characteristics: If the characteristic was modified (e.g., items were added, removed, or reordered), the value scale may not have been updated accordingly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the characteristic and the value scale, leading to mismatched positions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WMCV106 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the configuration of the characteristic in question (transaction code CT04).
  Verify the order and definition of the value scale items associated with the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Value Scale:
  
  Check the value scale definition (transaction code CT04 or CT06).
  Ensure that the items in the value scale are in the correct order and correspond to the expected positions in the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Adjust Positions:
  
  If you find discrepancies, adjust the positions of the value scale items to match the characteristic definition.
  Make sure that any changes are saved and activated.
  
  
  
  Test Configuration:
  
  After making adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Create or modify a configurable material to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CT06: Change Value Scale
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Variant Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the principles of variant configuration in SAP, as understanding how characteristics and value scales interact is crucial for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the WMCV106 error in your SAP system.