CLS_S4_CONV018 - Invalid call; Characteristic description short version cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Invalid call; Characteristic description short version cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLS_S4_CONV018 - Invalid call; Characteristic description short version cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message CLS_S4_CONV018 indicates that there is an issue with creating a short description for a characteristic in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP S/4HANA when dealing with characteristics in classification or when trying to create or modify characteristics in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Name: The characteristic name may not meet the naming conventions or may contain invalid characters.
  Missing Language Settings: The short description may not be defined for the required language in the system.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the characteristic may not be compatible with the expected format for a short description.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the classification system or related modules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Ensure that the characteristic name adheres to SAP naming conventions and does not contain any invalid characters.
  Define Short Description: Go to the transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic) and check if the short description is defined for the required language. If not, provide a valid short description.
  Review Data Types: Verify that the data type of the characteristic is appropriate and compatible with the expected format for a short description.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the classification system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on characteristics and classification.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.