How To Fix CB377 - Deleted characteristics:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 377

• Message text: Deleted characteristics:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB377 - Deleted characteristics: ?

  The SAP error message CB377, which states "Deleted characteristics: ", 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 or used in a classification or variant configuration has been deleted from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Characteristics: The primary cause of this error is that the characteristic(s) referenced in the classification or variant configuration have been deleted from the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to access characteristics that no longer exist.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the characteristics were deleted in the target system, this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Deleted Characteristics: 
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check if the characteristic mentioned in the error message has indeed been deleted.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to restore it if it is still required for your classification.
  
  
  
  Update Classifications: 
  
  If the characteristic is no longer needed, you should update the classifications or variant configurations that reference the deleted characteristic to remove or replace it with a valid characteristic.
  
  
  
  Recreate Characteristics: 
  
  If the deleted characteristic is necessary, you can recreate it in the system with the same name and attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary characteristics were included and that no deletions were unintentionally transported.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  Run consistency checks in the classification system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CT04 (to create/change characteristics) and CL02 (to change classes) to manage characteristics and classes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing characteristics and classifications.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.