How To Fix CB331 - Destin. &: Char. & for field & in tab. & is not in message

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 331

• Message text: Destin. &: Char. & for field & in tab. & is not in message

What causes this issue?

The destination &V1& of type "ABAP/4 table" is assigned to the
selected process message via the message category. According to the
message category, the characteristic &V2& is to be transferred to a
field of the destination table &V3&. However, this characteristic is
not contained in the process message.

System Response

The message has been sent to destination &V1& despite the error.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB331 - Destin. &: Char. & for field & in tab. & is not in message ?

  The SAP error message CB331 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a characteristic in a classification system. This error occurs when a characteristic value is not found in the message for a specific field in a table. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Value: The characteristic value that is being referenced in the message is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the classification system, such as missing entries in the characteristic or class.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as a mismatch between the characteristic and the values assigned to it.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access certain characteristics or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 to check the definition of the characteristic. Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that the values are available.
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 to check the class assignment for the characteristic. Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class and that the values are properly assigned.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data in the relevant tables to ensure that the characteristic values exist. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to view the table structure and data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and its values. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is missing or incorrectly configured, you may need to recreate it or adjust its settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on classification and characteristics.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.