CLS_S4_CONV004 - Invalid call; Characteristic short and long value must be equal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLS_S4_CONV - S/4 HANA: Classification Conversion Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Invalid call; Characteristic short and long value must be equal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLS_S4_CONV004 - Invalid call; Characteristic short and long value must be equal ?

  The SAP error message CLS_S4_CONV004 indicates that there is a mismatch between the short and long text values of a characteristic in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of classification, where characteristics are defined with both a short description and a long description. The error message suggests that these two values must be identical, which is a requirement in certain configurations or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Characteristic Texts: The short text and long text for a characteristic are not the same. This can happen during the creation or modification of characteristics in the classification system.
  Data Entry Error: When entering or updating characteristic values, a user may inadvertently enter different values for the short and long texts.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may enforce that the short and long texts must be identical.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  Enter the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Verify that the short text and long text are the same. If they are not, update one of them to match the other.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  If you have multiple characteristics, ensure that all of them adhere to the same rule regarding short and long texts.
  If you are importing or uploading data, ensure that the data source has consistent values for these fields.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there is any custom code or enhancement that manipulates characteristics, review it to ensure it does not inadvertently create mismatches.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to classification and characteristics to understand any specific requirements or constraints.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  By ensuring that the short and long texts for characteristics are consistent, you can resolve the CLS_S4_CONV004 error and maintain the integrity of your classification data in SAP.