How To Fix 6B097 - Differentiating characteristics: Function module '&' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6B - Real estate correspondence messages

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Differentiating characteristics: Function module '&' does not exist

What causes this issue?

Function module 'V1&', used to determine the differentiating
characteristics in IS-RE correspondence is assigned assigned to
correspondence application '&V2&' and country '&V3&' in a system table.
However, this function module does not exist.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether function module '&V1&' is mentioned in one of the
following documentations:
Correspondence for a rental agreement offer:
<DS:TX.FVCORRESP_CORRGRP_MAINTAIN17>Function modules for differention
characteristics</>
Correspondence for a rental agreement:
<DS:TX.FVCORRESP_CORRGRP_MAINTAIN_8>Function modules for function
modules</>
If yes, function module '&V1&' was not imported to your system. This
must be done; contact SAP about this.
If function module '&V1&' is not named in these documentations, then
the error might be caused by a modification later made to the system.
In this case, you can avoid this error by assigning correspondence
application '&V2&' amd country '&V3&' their own function module in
Customizing. Use the above-mentioned documentation for this.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6B097 - Differentiating characteristics: Function module '&' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 6B097 indicates that there is an issue with differentiating characteristics in the context of a function module that is expected to exist but does not. This error typically arises in scenarios involving characteristics in the context of variant configuration or when working with specific functionalities that rely on custom or standard function modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module referenced in the error message does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a missing transport, deletion, or incorrect naming.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the characteristics may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a function module that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or at all.
  Custom Development: If the function module is a custom development, it may not have been created or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Module Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE37 to check if the function module exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings related to the characteristics and ensure that the function module is correctly assigned. This can be done in transaction CU01 (for characteristics) or CU02 (for classes).
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the function module is supposed to be in the system but is missing, check the transport logs to see if it was transported correctly. You may need to re-transport it.
  
  
  
  Check for Naming Issues:
  
  Ensure that there are no typos or naming discrepancies in the function module name that is being referenced in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant areas to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the function module is part of a standard SAP package, consult the SAP documentation or SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to that function module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.