How To Fix C1026 - Characteristic & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Characteristic & deleted

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the function "Delete characteristic" in characteristics
maintenance. The characteristic is now being deleted 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 C1026 - Characteristic & deleted ?

  The SAP error message C1026 "Characteristic & deleted" typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the classification of materials or objects. This error indicates that a characteristic that is being referenced has been deleted from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Characteristic: The primary cause of this error is that the characteristic you are trying to use has been deleted from the classification system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is still trying to reference a characteristic that no longer exists.
  Transport Issues: If characteristics were deleted in one environment (like development) and not properly transported to another (like production), this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Status: Verify if the characteristic in question has indeed been deleted. You can do this by navigating to the classification system and checking the list of characteristics.
  Recreate the Characteristic: If the characteristic is essential for your processes, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that it has the same attributes and settings as before.
  Update References: If the characteristic was deleted intentionally, ensure that all references to it in your materials, classes, or other objects are updated to point to valid characteristics.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check in the classification system to identify any other potential issues that may arise from deleted characteristics.
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all changes are properly transported across environments. You may need to check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic) to manage characteristics.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the classification system in SAP, including how to manage characteristics and classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on classification and characteristics for a deeper understanding of how they function within the system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.