How To Fix CLMM077 - Object &: Characteristic & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLMM - Messages for Mass Processing in Classification System

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Object &: Characteristic & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLMM077 - Object &: Characteristic & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CLMM077 indicates that a specific characteristic does not exist for the object you are trying to work with. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Classification System, where characteristics are used to define the properties of objects (like materials, equipment, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to assign or reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type you are working with may not be compatible with the characteristic you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: The classification system may not be properly configured, leading to missing characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and verify if the characteristic exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Type:
  
  Ensure that the object type you are working with is compatible with the characteristic. You can check this in the classification view of the object.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you are an administrator, review the configuration of the classification system to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and assigned correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the classification system and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CLMM077 error and implement a solution.