How To Fix CLASSIFICATION_TOOL261 - The source of the characteristic values is not defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLASSIFICATION_TOOL - Classification tool

• Message number: 261

• Message text: The source of the characteristic values is not defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLASSIFICATION_TOOL261 - The source of the characteristic values is not defined. ?

  The SAP error message CLASSIFICATION_TOOL261 indicates that the source of the characteristic values for a classification object is not defined. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics are used to describe the properties of objects (like materials, equipment, etc.).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Definition: The characteristic values you are trying to use do not have a defined source. This means that the system does not know where to pull the values from.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the characteristic or the classification system may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the source of the characteristic values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Source:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance).
  Find the characteristic that is causing the issue.
  Check the "Values" tab to ensure that the source of the characteristic values is defined correctly.
  If it is not defined, you will need to specify