How To Fix 0C010 - Enter a valid characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0C - Customizing Batch Management

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Enter a valid characteristic

What causes this issue?

The specified characteristic cannot be used for one of the following
reasons:
It has not been created in the system.
It does not belong to a characteristics group that is released for
use in process instructions or process messages.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

RESET N1
Choose another characteristic. You can get a list of the available
characteristics by calling up possible entries (<LS>F4</>).
If no suitable characteristic can be found, check
whether a characteristic with the specified name exists
whether the characteristic is assigned to a characteristics group
whether the characteristics group is released for use in process
messages or process instructions
Depending on the result of this check, you have to carry out one of the
following actions:
Assign the characteristic to a
characteristics group or change the existing assignment.
Release the characteristics group for use in process messages or
process instructions.
Create a new characteristic in a released characteristics group.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0C010 - Enter a valid characteristic ?

  The SAP error message "0C010 Enter a valid characteristic" typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics in the classification of materials or objects. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid characteristic to be entered, but the input provided does not match any existing characteristics in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to enter does not exist in the system or is not defined in the relevant class.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic name or code you are entering.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain characteristics.
  Inactive Characteristics: The characteristic may exist but is currently inactive or not assigned to the class you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic you are entering is spelled correctly and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the classification data and checking the list of available characteristics.
  Use the F4 Help: When entering the characteristic, use the F4 help (search help) to find valid characteristics. This will ensure that you are selecting from the existing options.
  Check Class Assignment: Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class that you are working with. You can check this in the class maintenance transaction (e.g., CL02).
  Review Authorizations: If you suspect authorization issues, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the characteristics.
  Activate Characteristics: If the characteristic is inactive, you may need to activate it or assign it to the relevant class.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), or CL01 (Create Class) to manage characteristics and classes.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on classification and characteristics.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create or modify characteristics and classes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.