How To Fix C1043 - Characteristic from reserved name range: change not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Characteristic from reserved name range: change not allowed

What causes this issue?

You have entered a characteristic name that is in a reserved name
range. You cannot change characteristics in this name range, and you
cannot create new characteristics in this name range.

How to fix this error?

Enter a different characteristic name.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1043 - Characteristic from reserved name range: change not allowed ?

  The SAP error message C1043 indicates that you are trying to change a characteristic that is part of a reserved name range, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where certain characteristics are predefined and cannot be modified.
  Cause:
  
  Reserved Name Range: The characteristic you are trying to change is part of a reserved name range defined by SAP. These reserved characteristics are typically used for standard functionalities and should not be altered.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured to restrict changes to certain characteristics to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Verify if the characteristic you are trying to change is indeed a reserved one. You can do this by checking the characteristic in the classification system (transaction code CL02).
  Create a New Characteristic: If you need to modify the behavior or attributes of a characteristic, consider creating a new characteristic instead of modifying the existing reserved one. Use transaction code CL01 to create a new characteristic.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources to understand the implications of modifying characteristics and the reserved name ranges.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe that the change is necessary and you have a valid reason, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance on how to proceed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the classification system in SAP, including how characteristics are defined and used in various applications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message C1043 effectively.