How To Fix CPOC2145 - Mandatory-field def. for char. &1 not identical with process message

CPOC2145 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPOC2 - PP-PI-PMA: PI Sheet Messages, SCM Add-On

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Mandatory-field def. for char. &1 not identical with process message

What causes this issue?

<ZK>Entry Required</> indicator for characteristic &1 not identical with
process message.

System Response

You have set the <LS>Entry Required</> indicator for the characteristic.
However, a process message with the same name has not been defined as
mandatory. The process message will not be overridden.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use a mandatory characteristic independently of the
process message, create a new characteristic under a different name and
use this new characteristic.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC2145 - Mandatory-field def. for char. &1 not identical with process message ?

  The SAP error message CPOC2145 indicates that there is a mismatch between the mandatory field definition for a characteristic and the process message being processed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's process order management, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of production or process orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Characteristic Definition: The characteristic defined in the master data (e.g., in the classification system) does not match the expected definition in the process message. This could be due to changes in the characteristic settings or incorrect configuration.
  Missing Mandatory Fields: The process message may be missing mandatory fields that are required for the characteristic, leading to the error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect values or formats that do not align with the expected definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Review the definition of the characteristic in the classification system. Ensure that the mandatory fields are correctly