How To Fix CUMTX632 - Maintain characteristics for the table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 632

• Message text: Maintain characteristics for the table

What causes this issue?

You want to save the structure of a variant table, but you have not yet
assigned any characteristics to the table. The status of the table
releases the table for use in dependencies and for table entry
maintenance, but you need characteristics for both of these functions.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain characteristics in the table or set the status of the table to
"In preparation".

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX632 - Maintain characteristics for the table ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX632 typically indicates that there is an issue with maintaining characteristics for a specific table in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the configuration of characteristics in the SAP system, particularly in the context of variant configuration or classification.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristics that you are trying to maintain may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Table Configuration: The table you are trying to maintain may not be set up correctly or may not be linked to the appropriate characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain characteristics for the specified table.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the maintenance of characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristics Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic) or CT05 (Change Characteristic) to verify if the characteristics you are trying to maintain are defined correctly.
  Ensure that the characteristics are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Table Configuration:
  
  Use transaction CT02 (Change Characteristic) to check the configuration of the table you are trying to maintain.
  Ensure that the table is linked to the correct characteristics and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain characteristics. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data that might be causing the issue. This may involve reviewing related tables or configurations to ensure everything is aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the characteristics and tables you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04, CT05, CT02, and PFCG.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message CUMTX632 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CUMTX632 error message in SAP.