How To Fix CB1207 - Characteristic & not created in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB1 - PP-PI-PMA: Messages for Process Management (Interfaces)

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Characteristic & not created in the system

Long text was already translated in 4.5B (see 4.5B trans. system)

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

RESET N1
Check and if necessary correct the characteristic name you have entered.
If the characteristic name is correct, create the characteristic.
Proceed as follows to do so:
Characteristics whose names start with <LS>PPPI</> are standard
characteristics predefined by SAP. In Customizing for <LS>Process
Management</>, carry out the activity <LS>Transport Predefined
Characteristics</>.
All other characteristics must be created in Customizing for <LS>Process
Management</>. To do so, carry out the activity <LS>Define
Characteristics for Process Messages</> or <LS>Define Characteristics
for Process Instructions</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB1207 - Characteristic & not created in the system ?

  The SAP error message CB1207, which states "Characteristic & not created in the system," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific characteristic that is expected to be present in the classification database.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created yet or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured or activated in the classification system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or create the characteristic.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system or environment, the characteristic may not have been included in the transfer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create the Characteristic:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic).
  Enter the required details for the characteristic and save it.
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Characteristics:
  
  Use transaction code CT03 (Display Characteristic) to verify if the characteristic exists.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly configured in the classification system.
  Check if it is assigned to the correct class and that all necessary attributes are set.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or access characteristics.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Data Transfer Verification:
  
  If the characteristic is expected to be present due to a data migration or transfer, ensure that the transfer process included all necessary data.
  Check logs or reports related to the data transfer for any errors or omissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on classification and characteristics for a better understanding of how they work and how to manage them.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.