How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL027 - Characteristic value is not allowed for the characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Characteristic value is not allowed for the characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL027 - Characteristic value is not allowed for the characteristic ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_CHAR_VAL027 – Characteristic value is not allowed for the characteristic
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to assign or use a characteristic value that is not valid or not allowed for the specified characteristic in a classification or variant configuration context. Essentially, the system is rejecting the value because it does not belong to the set of predefined values for that characteristic.
  Common scenarios include:  
  
  The characteristic value does not exist in the characteristic's value list.  
  The characteristic is configured with a restricted set of values, and the entered value is outside this set.  
  The characteristic is set as a single-value characteristic, but multiple or invalid values are assigned.  
  The characteristic is used in a classification or variant configuration, and the value is not maintained or active.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values:
  
  Go to transaction CT04 (Change Characteristics).
  Enter the characteristic and check the list of allowed values.
  Verify if the value you are trying to assign exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Maintain or Correct Values:
  
  If the value does not exist, add it if appropriate.
  If the value exists but is inactive, activate it.
  If the value is incorrect, correct the input to a valid value.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Verify if the characteristic is set to allow multiple values or single value.
  Adjust the input accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Classification or Variant Configuration:
  
  If the characteristic is used in a class or variant, ensure the value is valid in that context.
  Use transaction CL02 (Change Class) or CU02 (Change Variant) to verify.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If the error occurs during data migration or batch input, ensure the source data matches the allowed values.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 – Change Characteristic  
  CL02 – Change Class  
  CU02 – Change Variant  
  CU50 – Display Variant Configuration
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Characteristics can be configured with value ranges or fixed values; ensure your input respects these constraints.
  In variant configuration, characteristics and their values must be consistent with the model.
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation on Classification and Variant Configuration for detailed info on characteristics and values.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL027 indicates an invalid characteristic value assignment. To resolve it, verify and correct the characteristic values in the system, ensuring the value you want to use is allowed and active for the characteristic in question.