How To Fix 28058 - Characteristic not valid for class (&1)&2: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Characteristic not valid for class (&1)&2: &3

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V3& is not valid for class &V2&, class type &V1&.

System Response

The syntax check marks the whole dependency as incorrect.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to or
<DS:GLOS.characteristic_inheritance>inherited</> by the class
type/class entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28058 - Characteristic not valid for class (&1)&2: &3 ?

  The SAP error message 28058 indicates that a characteristic is not valid for a specific class. This error typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, where you are trying to assign a characteristic to a class that does not support it.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Class Type: The characteristic you are trying to assign may not be compatible with the class type you are working with.
  Missing Assignment: The characteristic may not be assigned to the class in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the class or characteristic may not allow for the assignment.
  Authorization Issues: There may be restrictions based on user roles or authorizations that prevent the assignment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Type: Verify that the class type you are using supports the characteristic you are trying to assign. You can do this by checking the class type configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  Assign Characteristic to Class:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class).
  Enter the class number and check the characteristics assigned to it.
  If the characteristic is not listed, you need to add it.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic) to check the configuration of the characteristic.
  Ensure that it is set up correctly and is compatible with the class.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the class and characteristics. If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the compatibility of the characteristic and class, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in classification.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CL01: Create Class
  CT01: Create Characteristic
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.