How To Fix CU651 - No description exists for dependency & (internal: &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 651

• Message text: No description exists for dependency & (internal: &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU651 - No description exists for dependency & (internal: &) ?

  The SAP error message CU651 ("No description exists for dependency & (internal: &)") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and dependencies in the classification of materials or objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a description for a specific dependency that is referenced in the classification.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dependency Description: The most common cause of this error is that the dependency (which could be a class, characteristic, or some other object) does not have a description defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the dependencies are configured or linked to the characteristics or classes.
  Transport Issues: If the dependencies were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been an issue during the transport that caused the descriptions to be lost or not included.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependency Definitions: Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) and check the dependencies associated with the class or characteristic. Ensure that all dependencies have valid descriptions.
  Create or Update Descriptions: If you find that a dependency is missing a description, you can create or update it using transaction code CL02 or CL03. Make sure to provide a meaningful description for the dependency.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport the missing objects or manually create them in the target system.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit the dependencies and their descriptions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and dependencies for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL04: Change Characteristic
  CL05: Display Characteristic
  
  
  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 trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.