How To Fix CLASSIFICATION_TOOL023 - No object type group defined for characteristic &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLASSIFICATION_TOOL - Classification tool

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No object type group defined for characteristic &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLASSIFICATION_TOOL023 - No object type group defined for characteristic &. ?

  The SAP error message CLASSIFICATION_TOOL023 indicates that there is no object type group defined for a specific characteristic in the classification system. This error typically arises when you are trying to use a characteristic in a classification or when creating a class, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Type Group: The characteristic you are trying to use is not assigned to any object type group. Object type groups are used to categorize characteristics based on the type of objects they are associated with (e.g., materials, equipment, etc.).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the classification system where the object type group has not been defined or has been incorrectly set up.
  Characteristic Not Assigned: The characteristic may not be assigned to any class or object type group in the classification system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Object Type Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Characteristic).
  Enter the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Check the "Object Type Group" field and ensure that it is assigned to the correct object type group.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to create or assign an appropriate object type group.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code CL01 (Create Characteristic) to review the configuration of the characteristic.
  Ensure that the characteristic is properly configured and linked to the relevant object type group.
  
  
  
  Assign Characteristic to Class:
  
  If the characteristic is not assigned to a class, you can do this using transaction code CL02 to modify the class and add the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct object type group or how to configure it, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  
  
  Classification System: Understand the classification system in SAP, which is used to categorize materials, equipment, and other objects based on their characteristics.
  Object Type Groups: Familiarize yourself with the concept of object type groups and how they relate to characteristics in the classification system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the characteristic is properly configured within the SAP classification system.