How To Fix C0660 - Invalid characteristic sequence in function call (charact. no. &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 660

• Message text: Invalid characteristic sequence in function call (charact. no. &)

What causes this issue?

The sequence of the characteristics in the selected function call is
not permitted. The characteristic with the number &V1& cannot be used
at its current position.
INCLUDE 'NA_FU_NO' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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?

INCLUDE 'NA_HA_TST' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
RESET N1
INCLUDE 'NA_HA_POS' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
In the process order, correct the sequence of the characteristics in
this process instruction.
INCLUDE 'NA_STREZ_NEU' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
<DS:TRAN.COR2>Change process order</>
INCLUDE 'NA_HA_PROD' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Errors in the process instruction cannot be corrected for the current
PI sheet.
INCLUDE 'NA_PLNREZ_HINW' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
<DS:TRAN.C202>Change master recipe</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0660 - Invalid characteristic sequence in function call (charact. no. &) ?

  The SAP error message C0660, which states "Invalid characteristic sequence in function call (charact. no. &)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's variant configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics in a configuration profile. This error indicates that there is an issue with the sequence or validity of the characteristics being used in a function call.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Sequence: The characteristics may not be in the correct order as expected by the system. This can happen if the configuration profile has specific requirements for the sequence of characteristics.
  Missing Characteristics: One or more characteristics that are expected in the sequence may be missing or not defined in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration Profile: The configuration profile being used may not be set up correctly, leading to invalid characteristic sequences.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Sequence: Review the sequence of characteristics in the configuration profile. Ensure that they are in the correct order as defined in the configuration settings.
  Validate Configuration Profile: Go to the configuration profile and check if all required characteristics are defined and correctly set up.
  Review Dependencies: Check for any dependencies or constraints between characteristics that may affect their sequence.
  Test with Different Data: If possible, test the configuration with different sets of data to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is data-specific.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the function call that leads to this error to get more insights into what might be going wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to variant configuration and characteristic handling for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CU60 (Characteristic) to review and edit the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  
  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.