How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL101 - Error when updating characteristic values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Error when updating characteristic values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL101 - Error when updating characteristic values ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_CHAR_VAL101 – Error when updating characteristic values
  
  Cause
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL101 typically occurs during the update or change of characteristic values in classification or variant configuration scenarios. The main causes include:
  
  Invalid or inconsistent characteristic values: The value being updated does not conform to the allowed value range or domain defined for the characteristic.
  Characteristic value locked or in use: The characteristic value is currently locked or being used in another process, preventing updates.
  Authorization issues: The user does not have sufficient authorization to update characteristic values.
  Data inconsistency or corruption: There might be inconsistencies in the classification data or database tables related to characteristics.
  Incorrect or missing dependencies: Dependencies or constraints related to the characteristic values are violated during the update.
  Technical issues: Problems with the update function module or BAPI used to change characteristic values.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WRF_CHAR_VAL101 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the characteristic value validity:
  
  Verify that the value you are trying to update is within the allowed range or domain.
  Use transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic) to review the characteristic and its value assignments.
  
  
  
  Check for locks or usage:
  
  Ensure the characteristic value is not locked or currently used in another process.
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on relevant tables or objects.
  
  
  
  Verify authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to update characteristic values.
  Check roles and authorizations related to classification (e.g., authorization object C_TVCL).
  
  
  
  Check dependencies and constraints:
  
  Review any dependencies or constraints that might restrict changes to characteristic values.
  Use transaction CU01 or CU02 to check dependencies.
  
  
  
  Use correct update methods:
  
  If updating characteristic values programmatically, ensure you use the correct BAPI or function modules (e.g., BAPI_OBJCL_CHANGE).
  Check for any required commit or error handling in the update process.
  
  
  
  Check for data inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks on classification data.
  Use report RCLSTCHK to check classification data consistency.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes and patches:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WRF_CHAR_VAL101 for known bugs or fixes.
  Apply relevant support packages or patches if available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  CT04 – Change Characteristic
  CL20N – Change Classification Data
  SM12 – Display and Delete Locks
  CU01 / CU02 – Create/Change Dependencies
  RCLSTCHK – Classification Data Consistency Check
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  C_TVCL – Classification: Characteristics
  
  
  
  Common BAPIs/Function Modules:
  
  BAPI_OBJCL_CHANGE – Change Classification Data
  BAPI_OBJCL_CREATE – Create Classification Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WRF_CHAR_VAL101 or classification update errors.
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs, steps to reproduce, and system information.