How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN012 - No technical attribute exists for the logical attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No technical attribute exists for the logical attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN012 - No technical attribute exists for the logical attribute ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN012 indicates that there is no technical attribute associated with the logical attribute you are trying to use in your configuration. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's configuration for characteristics and attributes, particularly in the areas of variant configuration or master data management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Technical Attribute: The logical attribute you are trying to use does not have a corresponding technical attribute defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the characteristics or attributes in the system.
  Data Model Issues: The data model may not be correctly set up to link the logical attributes to their technical counterparts.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have included all necessary components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Attribute Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the logical attribute in the SAP system.
  Ensure that a technical attribute is defined for the logical attribute. You can do this in the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) or CT05 (for characteristics groups).
  
  
  
  Create or Link Technical Attribute:
  
  If a technical attribute does not exist, you may need to create one. This can be done in the same transaction codes mentioned above.
  If a technical attribute exists but is not linked correctly, you may need to adjust the settings to ensure they are properly associated.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that all necessary links between logical and technical attributes are established.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific guidelines or known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like CT04 and CT05 for managing characteristics and attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.