How To Fix C0102 - Message does not contain a characteristic number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C0 - PP-PI: Messages for PI Sheet and Syntax Checker

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Message does not contain a characteristic number

What causes this issue?

The process message with which inspection results are to be reported to
QM does not contain a characteristic number. However, the
characteristic number is needed for the assignment of process messages
within QM.
The process message is not transferred to QM.

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?

RESET N1
Call up the operation or phase of the process order specified in the
process message and determine the number of the characteristic to which
the reported inspection results belong.
<DS:TRAN.COR3>Display process order</>
If the process message has not yet been sent to another destination,
add the characteristic number in the message monitor and send the
message from the monitor.
Otherwise, manually record the inspection results in QM.
<DS:TRAN.QE51>Record inspection results</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0102 - Message does not contain a characteristic number ?

  The SAP error message C0102, which states "Message does not contain a characteristic number," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and classes in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a characteristic number (which is a unique identifier for a characteristic in the classification system) but is not finding one in the message or data being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristic Number: The most common cause is that the characteristic number is not included in the data being processed. This could happen if the data is incomplete or incorrectly formatted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the classification system, such as missing or incorrectly defined characteristics.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to missing or incorrect characteristic numbers.
  Programmatic Issues: If the error occurs during a custom program or report execution, there may be issues in the code that fails to pass the characteristic number correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Input: Ensure that the data being processed includes the required characteristic number. If you are entering data manually, double-check for any omissions.
  Review Configuration: Go to the classification settings in SAP and verify that all necessary characteristics are defined correctly. Ensure that the characteristic numbers are properly assigned to the relevant classes.
  Debug Custom Programs: If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it correctly retrieves and processes the characteristic numbers. Use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the characteristic number is being lost.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the classification system and how to properly define and use characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: Understand how the classification system works in SAP, including how characteristics and classes are defined and used.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and CL30 (Display Characteristics) to manage and review characteristics and classes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.