How To Fix CLASSIFICATION_V8015 - Characteristic with ID '&' deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLASSIFICATION_V8 - Obsolete

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Characteristic with ID '&' deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLASSIFICATION_V8015 - Characteristic with ID '&' deleted ?

  The SAP error message CLASSIFICATION_V8015 indicates that a characteristic with a specific ID has been deleted in the classification system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's classification and variant configuration functionalities, where characteristics are used to define the properties of materials or products.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Characteristic: The characteristic referenced by the ID in the error message has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to changes in the classification system, such as the removal of obsolete characteristics.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to access a characteristic that no longer exists.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or the classification schema may lead to this error if the characteristic was part of a configuration profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Status: Verify if the characteristic with the specified ID has indeed been deleted. You can do this by navigating to the classification system in SAP and checking the characteristics.
  
  Use transaction code CT04 to display characteristics and confirm if the characteristic exists.
  
  
  
  Update References: If the characteristic has been deleted and is still referenced in any material master records, configuration profiles, or classification hierarchies, you will need to update those references to remove or replace the deleted characteristic.
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify material master records and remove references to the deleted characteristic.
  
  
  
  Recreate Characteristic: If the characteristic is still needed, you can recreate it using transaction code CT04. Ensure that it is properly configured and linked to the relevant classes.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there is any custom code or enhancements that reference the deleted characteristic, you will need to update or remove those references to prevent the error from occurring.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the deletion was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport was correctly executed and that all dependent objects are also transported.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CL02: Change Class
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on classification and characteristics to understand the implications of deleting characteristics and how to manage them effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CLASSIFICATION_V8015 error and ensure that your classification system is functioning correctly.