How To Fix WMCV107 - Value Scale item &1 does not exist 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: 107

• Message text: Value Scale item &1 does not exist in Characteristic &3

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& from Value Scale &V2& is not part of Characteristic &V3&.

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 WMCV107 - Value Scale item &1 does not exist in Characteristic &3 ?

  The SAP error message WMCV107 indicates that there is an issue with a value scale item that is not found in the specified characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics are used to define the properties of objects, and value scales are used to assign specific values to these characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Value Scale Item: The value scale item referenced in the error message does not exist in the system for the specified characteristic. This could be due to:
  
  The value scale item was deleted or not created.
  There is a typo or mismatch in the value scale item name.
  The characteristic is not properly linked to the value scale.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristic or value scale may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the specified item.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the value scale or characteristic that have not been properly updated in all relevant areas.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Value Scale Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and check the configuration of the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the value scale item exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the relevant object or class.
  Check if the value scale is properly linked to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Missing Value Scale Item:
  
  If the value scale item is indeed missing, you may need to create it using transaction code CT04 or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that there are no typos in the value scale item name or characteristic name in the configuration or data entry.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that all related data is in sync. This may involve checking for any recent changes that could have affected the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring characteristics and value scales.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristics
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the WMCV107 error message in SAP.