How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION813 - Characteristic & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_VALUATION - Substance Characteristic Values and Additional Info.

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Characteristic & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The characteristic &V1& is not assigned to a value assignment type.

System Response

The value assignment was not changed.

How to fix this error?

Check, among other things:
Whether a corresponding value assignment type was defined in Customizing
Whether the class assigned there has the required characteristic in the
<ZK>classification system</>
Whether the <LS>Match up ValAss type and char.</> function under
<LS>Tools</> -> <LS>Match Up Master Data</> in <ZK>Basic Data and Tools
</> has been executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION813 - Characteristic & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "CM_SUB_VALUATION813 Characteristic & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the classification of materials or products. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a characteristic that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is being referenced in the classification does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may have been deleted or not properly configured in the classification system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic name or ID being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and check if the characteristic exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is properly configured in the classification system.
  Check if it is assigned to the correct class and that the class itself is active.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the characteristic name or ID being used in the transaction or program to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  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 specific issues related to characteristics and classification.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.