How To Fix 27168 - Reading first dependency for characteristic & class & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 27 - API-specific configuration/master data messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Reading first dependency for characteristic & class & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 27168 - Reading first dependency for characteristic & class & & ?

  The SAP error message "27168 Reading first dependency for characteristic & class & &" typically indicates an issue related to the dependencies of characteristics in a class. This error often arises in the context of variant configuration, where dependencies are used to control the behavior of characteristics based on the values of other characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Dependencies: The error may occur if there are missing dependencies for the specified characteristic or if the dependencies are not properly defined.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The class to which the characteristic belongs may not be correctly assigned or may not exist.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from reading the dependencies.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the class or characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Verify that the dependencies for the characteristic in question are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the class in the SAP system and checking the dependencies assigned to it.
  Review Class Assignment: Ensure that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the appropriate class. You can check this in the class maintenance transaction (e.g., CL02).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class and its dependencies. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the class and characteristic data to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like CL30 or CL02 to check for inconsistencies.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL30: Class Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variant configuration and class management for more detailed information on how dependencies work.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.