How To Fix C5816 - & process instruction characteristics created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 816

• Message text: & process instruction characteristics created

What causes this issue?

When creating, changing or deleting process instructions in
master recipe maintenance, the process instruction characteristics
allocated to process instructions are automatically created or
deleted.
This message specifies how many process instruction characteristics
have been created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5816 - & process instruction characteristics created ?

  The SAP error message C5816 typically relates to issues with process instruction characteristics in the context of SAP's process management or production planning modules. This error can occur when there are inconsistencies or missing data in the characteristics that are defined for process instructions.
  Cause of Error C5816
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristics required for a process instruction may not be defined or may be incomplete.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristics, such as incorrect data types or values that do not match the expected format.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the process instructions or characteristics may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify process instruction characteristics.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the C5816 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristics Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and verify that all required characteristics are defined correctly.
  Ensure that the data types and values are appropriate for the process instructions you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Process Instructions:
  
  Use transaction code C202 (Process Instruction) to check the process instructions and ensure that they are linked to the correct characteristics.
  Make sure that all necessary characteristics are assigned to the process instructions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the customizing (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the process management settings are correctly configured.
  Look for any missing or incorrect settings related to characteristics and process instructions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics and process instructions. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and process instructions relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to error C5816. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP process management and characteristics for a deeper understanding.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.