How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL054 - Enter a characteristic value name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Enter a characteristic value name

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  Error Message
  WRF_CHAR_VAL054
  
  Text: Enter a characteristic value name
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you are trying to create or maintain a characteristic value in SAP (typically in Classification or Variant Configuration), but the system detects that the characteristic value name (the actual value you want to assign to the characteristic) has not been entered.
  In other words, the system expects a value for the characteristic, but the input field is empty or missing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When creating or editing characteristic values in transaction codes like CT04 (Create Characteristic) or CL02 (Change Characteristic).
  When assigning characteristic values in classification or variant configuration.
  When entering data in a classification system where characteristic values are mandatory.
  
  
  Solution
  
  Enter a valid characteristic value name: Make sure to input a valid and non-empty value in the characteristic value field.
  Check mandatory fields: Ensure all required fields related to the characteristic value are filled.
  Correct transaction usage: Verify that you are using the correct transaction and screen for entering characteristic values.
  Data consistency: If you are importing or uploading characteristic values, check the source data for missing values.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorization to create or change characteristic values.
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Characteristic values are used in SAP Classification and Variant Configuration to define possible values for a characteristic.
  The characteristic value name is a key identifier and cannot be left blank.
  This error is a validation message to prevent incomplete data entry.
  If you are working with batch input or LSMW, ensure the input file contains the characteristic value names.
  Sometimes, this error can appear if there is a mismatch between the characteristic and the value domain or if the value entered does not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  Related SAP Notes / Documentation
  
  SAP Help Portal: Classification and Characteristics documentation.
  SAP Note: Check for notes related to characteristic value maintenance errors.
  Transaction SE91 can be used to look up message details for WRF_CHAR_VAL054.
  
  
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