How To Fix 5C852 - Select an attribute for attribute class &1

5C852 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Select an attribute for attribute class &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C852 - Select an attribute for attribute class &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5C852 ("Select an attribute for attribute class &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Management, particularly when working with characteristics and attributes in the context of classification or variant configuration.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system expects you to select an attribute for a specific attribute class, but none has been selected. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Missing Attribute Selection: You are trying to create or modify a classification or variant configuration without selecting an appropriate attribute for the specified attribute class.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the attribute class is defined, but the attributes associated with it are not properly set up or linked.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting an attribute when prompted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Attribute: Go back to the screen where the error occurred and ensure