/CWM/MD044 - &1 defined as CW material; value &2 is not allowed for the field &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MD -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: &1 defined as CW material; value &2 is not allowed for the field &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MD044 - &1 defined as CW material; value &2 is not allowed for the field &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MD044 indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic value for a characteristic of a material in the context of SAP's Classification and Material Management modules. The message typically means that a specific value for a characteristic is not allowed or is invalid for the material being processed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Value: The value being assigned to a characteristic of the material is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  The value not being defined in the characteristic's value list.
  The value being outside the allowed range for that characteristic.
  The characteristic being set up with specific restrictions that the value does not meet.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the characteristics and their values are configured in the system. This could include:
  
  Missing entries in the characteristic value table.
  Incorrect settings in the classification system.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect data entry when assigning values to characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and check the configuration of the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the value you are trying to assign is listed as a valid value for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the classification data.
  Verify that the characteristic and its value are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Correct the Value:
  
  If the value is indeed invalid, correct it to a valid one that is allowed for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Update Value List:
  
  If the value should be valid but is not listed, you may need to add it to the characteristic value list using transaction code CT04.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines related to the characteristics and their values to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the material creation or modification process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: To create or change characteristics.
  MM03: To display material master data.
  CL02: To manage classes and their characteristics.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and material master data.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management and Classification.