How To Fix CL611 - Characteristic "&" not yet created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 611

• Message text: Characteristic "&" not yet created

What causes this issue?

You want to generate a class and its characteristics using standards
data. The characteristic you entered does not yet exist. It will be
created automatically when you "Save".

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL611 - Characteristic "&" not yet created ?

  The SAP error message CL611 indicates that a characteristic referenced in a classification system has not yet been created. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, which is used to manage and categorize materials, products, or other objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A characteristic that is being referenced in a classification (e.g., in a material master or a classification view) does not exist in the system.
  There may be a typo in the characteristic name or it may have been deleted or not yet created.
  The characteristic is being used in a class or object that is trying to access it, but it hasn't been defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CL611 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic name referenced in the error message is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  Create the Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic).
  Enter the name of the characteristic that is missing.
  Fill in the required fields and save the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics:
  
  Use transaction code CT03 (Display Characteristic) to check if the characteristic exists.
  If it exists but is not active, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignment:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a class, ensure that the class is correctly assigned to the material or object you are working with.
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Class) to check the class and its assigned characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the characteristics needed for your classification, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources.
  
  
  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 additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides detailed documentation on the classification system and characteristics.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CL611 error and ensure that the necessary characteristics are created and properly assigned in your SAP system.