How To Fix CL098 - You cannot use characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 098

• Message text: You cannot use characteristic &

What causes this issue?

You want to use characteristic &V1&, which has a
<DS:GLOS.user-defined_data_type>user-defined data type</>, in a class.
However, this class was created to define a user-defined data type.
This is not allowed.

System Response

The system checks that characteristics which have user-defined data
types are not used in classes which are used to define user-defined
data types.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different characteristic which does not have a user-defined
data type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL098 - You cannot use characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message CL098, which states "You cannot use characteristic &," typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP. This error indicates that the characteristic you are trying to use is not allowed in the current context, which could be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Characteristic Not Defined for Class: The characteristic you are trying to use may not be defined for the class you are working with.
  Incorrect Usage: The characteristic may not be allowed for the specific object type or class type you are trying to classify.
  Status of Characteristic: The characteristic might be inactive or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the use of the characteristic.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the characteristic may not match the expected type for the class or object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the classification system and check if the characteristic is defined for the class you are trying to use it with.
  Ensure that the characteristic is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Class Configuration:
  
  Verify that the class you are working with allows the use of the characteristic. You can do this by checking the class type and its allowed characteristics.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to use the characteristic. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Type Verification:
  
  Check the data type of the characteristic and ensure it matches the expected type for the class or object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific restrictions or guidelines related to the characteristic and class you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), or CL01 (Create Class) to manage characteristics and classes.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the classification system in SAP, including how characteristics and classes are structured and used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.