/CUM/ORDER079 - Characteristic & does not exist in defined class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/ORDER -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Characteristic & does not exist in defined class

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/ORDER079 - Characteristic & does not exist in defined class ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/ORDER079 Characteristic & does not exist in defined class typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics and classes in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a characteristic that has not been defined in the specified class.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is being referenced in the order or classification does not exist in the class that is being used.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The class assigned to the material or object may not have the required characteristic defined.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic name or the class name.
  Configuration Issues: The class configuration may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class).
  Enter the class name and check if the characteristic in question is defined in that class.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is missing, you can add it to the class using CL02.
  Ensure that the characteristic is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Assignment:
  
  Check if the material or object is assigned to the correct class that contains the required characteristic.
  You can use transaction MM03 (Display Material) to check the classification data of the material.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the characteristic name or class name in the configuration or in the order entry.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings related to classification in the SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the characteristics and classes, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02 / CL03: For managing classes and characteristics.
  MM03: For checking material classification.
  CS03: For displaying material BOMs, which may also reference characteristics.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to classification errors.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify class and characteristic definitions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and associated with the appropriate class in your SAP system.