How To Fix C1502 - Characteristic & has no values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Characteristic & has no values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1502 - Characteristic & has no values ?

  The SAP error message C1502, which states "Characteristic & has no values," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics in the classification of materials or objects. This error indicates that a specific characteristic does not have any assigned values, which can prevent the successful execution of certain operations, such as creating or modifying a classification.
  Cause:
  
  Unassigned Values: The characteristic in question has not been assigned any values in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the classification system.
  Missing Master Data: The master data for the characteristic might be incomplete or missing.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the characteristic being left without values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Values to the Characteristic:
  
  Go to the classification view of the material or object in question.
  Navigate to the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Assign the appropriate values to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code CT04 to check the configuration of the characteristic.
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up correctly and that it has the necessary values assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and correctly maintained.
  If the characteristic is part of a class, check the class configuration to ensure it is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the classification system in your organization to ensure compliance with standards.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04 - Create/Change Characteristic
  CL02 - Change Class
  CL03 - Display Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the classification system in SAP, including how characteristics and values are defined and maintained.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C1502 error and ensure that the characteristic has the necessary values assigned.