How To Fix CX218 - Characteristic & is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Characteristic & is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX218 - Characteristic & is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message CX218 indicates that a characteristic is marked for deletion in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics are used to define the attributes of objects (like materials, equipment, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The characteristic in question has been flagged as "marked for deletion" in the classification system. This means that it is no longer active and cannot be used in new classifications or assignments.
  Data Integrity Issues: The characteristic may have been inadvertently marked for deletion during data maintenance or migration processes.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings or user authorizations that lead to characteristics being marked for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic) and enter the characteristic name.
  Check if the "Marked for Deletion" checkbox is selected. If it is, you can uncheck it to reactivate the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Reactivation:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unmark the characteristic for deletion. Save the changes to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Data Maintenance Procedures:
  
  Ensure that the processes for maintaining characteristics are followed correctly to prevent accidental marking for deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the status, contact your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the characteristic that might be causing issues. If the characteristic is part of a classification system, ensure that it is not being used in any active classes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and classification management.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to modify characteristics and classes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to characteristics marked for deletion.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CX218 error and restore the functionality of the characteristic in question.