How To Fix 5AT138 - &1: attribute &2 is not classified as an area attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5AT - General Attribute Maintenance

• Message number: 138

• Message text: &1: attribute &2 is not classified as an area attribute

What causes this issue?

Subtype &SYST-MSGV3&, Object &SYST-MSGV1&: there is a value range
stored in the database for attribute &SYST-MSGV2&. This is not allowed,
as the attribute is not classified as an area attribute.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5AT138 - &1: attribute &2 is not classified as an area attribute ?

  The SAP error message 5AT138 indicates that there is an issue with the classification of an attribute in the context of area attributes. This error typically arises when you are trying to use an attribute that is not recognized as an area attribute in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An attribute that you are trying to use in a specific context (like a report, analysis, or configuration) is not defined as an area attribute in the system.
  The attribute may not be properly classified in the master data or may not have been assigned to the correct classification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Attribute Classification:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP where the attribute is defined.
  Verify if the attribute in question (denoted as &2 in the error message) is classified correctly as an area attribute.
  
  
  
  Modify Attribute Settings:
  
  If the attribute is not classified as an area attribute, you may need to modify its settings.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant module (e.g., Material Management, Sales and Distribution, etc.).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand how area attributes are defined and used.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes these issues can be resolved with system updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Area Attributes: These are specific attributes that are used in certain contexts, such as planning or reporting, and are essential for the correct functioning of various SAP processes.
  Master Data Management: Understanding how attributes are managed in SAP's master data can help prevent such errors in the future.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.