How To Fix WXP307 - Selection / target value for characteristic incorrect when copying

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Selection / target value for characteristic incorrect when copying

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP307 - Selection / target value for characteristic incorrect when copying ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WXP307: Selection / target value for characteristic incorrect when copying:
  
  Error Message
  WXP307: Selection / target value for characteristic incorrect when copying
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP when you are trying to copy or transfer characteristic values (e.g., in classification, variant configuration, or variant management) and the system detects that the selection or target value for a characteristic is invalid or inconsistent.
  Common causes include:
  
  Mismatch in characteristic data types or domains: The value being copied does not conform to the expected data type or domain of the characteristic.
  Invalid or non-existing characteristic values: The value you are trying to copy does not exist in the allowed value range or fixed values for the characteristic.
  Incorrect characteristic assignment: The characteristic is not correctly assigned or linked in the context where the copy operation is performed.
  Incompatible characteristic value format: For example, trying to copy a numeric value into a characteristic expecting a string or vice versa.
  Authorization or system inconsistencies: Sometimes, missing authorizations or system inconsistencies in classification data can cause this error.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WXP307 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values:
  
  Verify that the characteristic values you are copying exist and are valid.
  Use transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic) to check the characteristic's value range and fixed values.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the source and target characteristics have compatible data types.
  For example, a characteristic defined as numeric cannot accept alphanumeric values.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Confirm that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the class or object where the copy operation is performed.
  Use transaction CL02 (Change Class) or CL20N (Classification) to check assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Value Formats:
  
  Make sure the format of the value being copied matches the expected format (e.g., decimal places, length).
  
  
  
  Use Correct Copy Method:
  
  When copying characteristics or classification data, use the appropriate SAP tools or functions that handle data consistency.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to perform the copy operation on the characteristics and classification data.
  
  
  
  Debug or Analyze Logs:
  
  If the problem persists, use debugging or check system logs to identify where the inconsistency arises.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transactions:
  
  CT04 – Change Characteristic
  CL02 – Change Class
  CL20N – Classification
  CU50 – Change Variant Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to classification and variant configuration for any known issues.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal sections on Classification and Variant Configuration.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Copying characteristics between classes or objects.
  Copying variant configuration data.
  Data migration or transport of classification data.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., transaction, process step) where the error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.