How To Fix CL462 - Objects, names, and characteristics cannot be displayed together

CL462 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 462

• Message text: Objects, names, and characteristics cannot be displayed together

What causes this issue?

In the search result, you want to display the object number, object
description, and characteristics table. There is not enough space to
display all this.

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?

Select no more than two of these three fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL462 - Objects, names, and characteristics cannot be displayed together ?

  The SAP error message CL462 ("Objects, names, and characteristics cannot be displayed together") typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, particularly when working with characteristics and classes in the Classification System. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the way you are trying to display or manage objects, names, and characteristics.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to display or process a classification object (like a material or equipment) along with its characteristics in a way that is not supported by the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Incompatible Display Modes: You may be trying to display a class and its characteristics simultaneously, which is not allowed.
  Incorrect Selection: You might have selected multiple objects or characteristics that cannot be displayed together.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in your SAP system that restrict the display of certain combinations of objects and characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CL462 error,