How To Fix CDP_C2R3060 - ERP characteristics could not be determined and may be lost

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDP_C2R3 - Messages for CDP Characteristic Retransfer

• Message number: 060

• Message text: ERP characteristics could not be determined and may be lost

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine the characteristics of a document that
already exists in the ERP system. The corresponding internal object
number (cuobj) is &V1&.

System Response

The system does not abort the processing, but characteristics that were
maintained in this document in the ERP system, are lost.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the characteristics in the affected object (see also further
messages) again manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the error occurs again, create an error message under the component
APO-INT-MP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDP_C2R3060 - ERP characteristics could not be determined and may be lost ?

  The SAP error message CDP_C2R3060, which states "ERP characteristics could not be determined and may be lost," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or when dealing with characteristics in the SAP ERP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine certain characteristics for a product or material, which can lead to data inconsistencies or loss of important information.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The characteristics required for the product may not be defined in the master data (e.g., material master, classification).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the characteristics may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred between systems (e.g., from ERP to APO), there may be issues with the data mapping or transfer process.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from determining the characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined in the material master and that they are correctly assigned to the relevant classification.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for characteristics in the system. This includes checking the classification system and ensuring that all required characteristics are included.
  Data Transfer Validation: If the error occurs during data transfer, check the data mapping and ensure that all necessary fields are being transferred correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Authorization Review: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or CL02 (Change Class) to review and modify the characteristics and classifications.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the characteristics are failing to be determined.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to characteristics and classification to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the problem continues 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.