How To Fix C0662 - Characteristic no. & is invalid for this process instruction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Characteristic no. & is invalid for this process instruction

What causes this issue?

The definition of the selected function call contains the
characteristic &V1&. However, this characteristic is not permitted in
process instructions of type "function call".
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
Correct this process instruction in the process order.
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 C0662 - Characteristic no. & is invalid for this process instruction ?

  The SAP error message C0662, which states "Characteristic no. & is invalid for this process instruction," typically occurs in the context of process instructions in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of production or quality management.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic: The characteristic number referenced in the error message does not exist or is not defined for the specific process instruction you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be assigned to the correct process instruction or may not be configured properly in the system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified characteristic.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the process instruction or characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Verify that the characteristic number mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Process Instruction: Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct process instruction. You may need to modify the process instruction to include the characteristic if it is missing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data and configuration settings to ensure that there are no discrepancies. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to identify and correct any issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the process instructions and characteristics relevant to your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CT04 (to maintain characteristics) or C223 (to maintain process instructions) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.