How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA016 - No default property tree is set for specification type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No default property tree is set for specification type &1

What causes this issue?

No default property tree is set for the specification type &v1&
specified. The property tree &v2& is therefore displayed.

Procedure for System Administrators

If required, specify a default property tree in the Specification Type
detail screen in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_110_05_1>Specify
Specification Types</>.
Note for translation: The following lines
have been copied from CM_SUB_DATA015.
If no default property tree has been specified and no user settings
have been defined, the SAP System uses the property tree for which the
<LS>Default property tree for specification management</> indicator has
been set in the IMG activity <LS>Set Up Property Trees</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA016 - No default property tree is set for specification type &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA016 indicates that there is no default property tree set for the specified specification type in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Classification Management or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules, where specifications and their associated properties are managed.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specification type you are trying to use does not have a default property tree assigned to it. This can happen if the configuration for the specification type was not completed properly.
  Incorrect Specification Type: The specification type being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the property trees may not have been correctly linked to the specification types.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the property tree.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the specification type in the SAP system.
  Ensure that a default property tree is assigned to the specification type in question. This can usually be done in the Customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., PLM).
  
  
  
  Assign Property Tree:
  
  If no property tree is assigned, you will need to create or assign a default property tree to the specification type. This can typically be done in the transaction code C1 (for Class Management) or through the relevant customizing path.
  
  
  
  Validate Specification Type:
  
  Ensure that the specification type you are using is valid and correctly set up in the system. You can check this in the specification management area.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the property tree and the specification type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up property trees and specification types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C1 (Class Management), C4 (Characteristic Management), and C7 (Specification Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.