How To Fix C0236 - #NAME?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 236

• Message text: #NAME?

What causes this issue?

The process instruction is a repeated data request.
Characteristic PPPI_OUTPUT_CHARACTERISTIC or PPPI_OUTPUT_VARIABLE is
used to define an output value in the process instruction. In repeated
data requests, you must define a text for each output value. This text
is displayed as a heading above the corresponding table column
(characteristic PPPI_OUTPUT_TEXT).
In the process instruction however, no text has been defined for the
output value.

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
Assign characteristic PPPI_OUTPUT_TEXT to the process instruction
before characteristic PPPI_OUTPUT_CHARACTERISTIC or
PPPI_OUTPUT_VARIABLE.
Assign the column heading required for the output value to
characteristic PPPI_OUTPUT_TEXT.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0236 - #NAME? ?

  The SAP error message C0236 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a condition type in the pricing procedure. The error message "#NAME??" suggests that the system is unable to recognize or find a specific name or identifier, which could be due to various reasons such as missing entries, incorrect configuration, or issues with the master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The condition records for the specific condition type may not be maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to include the condition type.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (e.g., customer or material master) that are affecting the pricing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the condition records.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Condition Records: Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to verify if the condition records for the relevant condition type exist. If not, create or maintain them.
  Review Pricing Procedure: Use transaction code V/08 to check the pricing procedure and ensure that the condition type is included and correctly configured.
  Verify Master Data: Check the relevant master data (customer, material) to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the condition records.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11 - Create Condition Record
  VK12 - Change Condition Record
  V/08 - Maintain Pricing Procedures
  VK31 - Maintain Condition Records in Mass
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on pricing procedures and condition types for a better understanding of how they work.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.