How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL068 - Enter a valid characteristic value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Enter a valid characteristic value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL068 - Enter a valid characteristic value ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_CHAR_VAL068 – Enter a valid characteristic value
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when an invalid or incorrect characteristic value is entered in a classification or variant configuration context. The system expects a value that matches the predefined set of valid values for a characteristic, but the entered value does not conform to these constraints.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Entering a value that is not assigned to the characteristic in the classification system.
  Typing a value that does not match the allowed format or range.
  Using a value that is not valid for the characteristic’s data type (e.g., entering text in a numeric field).
  The characteristic is configured with fixed values, and the entered value is outside this list.
  The characteristic is linked to a value table, and the entered value is not present in that table.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  Verify the characteristic’s value assignment:
  
  If it uses fixed values, check the list of allowed values.
  If it uses a value table, ensure the entered value exists in the table.
  Check the data type and length restrictions.
  
  
  
  
  
  Enter a Valid Value:
  
  Use the search help (F4) on the characteristic value field to select a valid value.
  Ensure the value matches the expected format (e.g., numeric, date, text).
  
  
  
  Adjust Characteristic Configuration (if needed):
  
  If the business requirement demands a new value, add it to the characteristic’s fixed values or value table.
  Transport the changes if working in a development environment.
  
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration or Classification Context:
  
  If the error occurs during variant configuration (transaction CU50, CU51, or sales order configuration), verify the characteristic values assigned to the material or class.
  Ensure the characteristic is assigned correctly to the class or object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If the error appears during master data maintenance or classification, check for data inconsistencies or missing assignments.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  CT04 – Change Characteristic
  CL02 – Change Class
  CU50 / CU51 – Variant Configuration
  MM01/MM02 – Material Master (classification tab)
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  This error is common in classification and variant configuration scenarios.
  Always use the F4 help to avoid manual entry errors.
  If the characteristic is linked to a value table, ensure the table is correctly maintained and active.
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  Refer to SAP Variant Configuration documentation for detailed info on characteristic value management.
  SAP OSS Notes may provide specific fixes or patches if this error is caused by a system bug.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL068 indicates that the characteristic value entered is invalid. To resolve it, verify the characteristic’s allowed values and data type, use search helps to select valid values, and adjust the characteristic configuration if necessary.