How To Fix C0668 - Maintain the headings of characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Maintain the headings of characteristic &

What causes this issue?

No headings have been maintained for characteristic &V1&.

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
Go to Customizing for <LS>Process Management</>.
In the Customizing activity <LS>Change Characteristics for Process
Messages</>, enter headings for characteristic &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0668 - Maintain the headings of characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message C0668, which states "Maintain the headings of characteristic &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system. This error indicates that there is a missing or incomplete heading for a characteristic that is being used in a classification or variant configuration scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Headings: The characteristic in question does not have a defined heading in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured or linked to the relevant class or object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the characteristic properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C0668 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Classification System:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL01 (Create Characteristic) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check the Characteristic:
  
  Enter the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Verify if the characteristic has a heading defined. If not, you will need to create or maintain it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Headings:
  
  In the characteristic maintenance screen, look for the section where you can define the heading.
  Enter the appropriate heading for the characteristic. This is usually a descriptive title that helps users understand the purpose of the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the heading, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02, CL01, CL03 (Display Characteristic), and CL20N (Class Management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and classification.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and classifications in the SAP system.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the appropriate heading or configuration, consult with colleagues or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP classification.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C0668 error and maintain the necessary headings for your characteristics in SAP.