How To Fix C1022 - Characteristic & changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Characteristic & changed

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the function "Save characteristic" from the
characteristics menu in order to save changes to an existing
characteristic. Your changes are now being saved in the background.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1022 - Characteristic & changed ?

  The SAP error message C1022 ("Characteristic & changed") typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in a class or when trying to change a classification object. This message indicates that a characteristic that is being referenced has been modified or changed, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in the classification data.
  Cause:
  
  Modification of Characteristics: The characteristic in question has been altered in a way that is not compatible with the current classification or object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to changes made to the characteristic after it was assigned to a class or object.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the characteristic or the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Changes: Review the changes made to the characteristic. Ensure that the changes are valid and do not conflict with existing classifications.
  Reassign Characteristics: If the characteristic has been changed significantly, you may need to reassign it to the relevant classes or objects.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the classification data to identify any inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the characteristics and classes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling classification issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage classes and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the C1022 error and ensure that your classification data remains consistent and accurate.