How To Fix CX224 - Select the characteristics to be moved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Select the characteristics to be moved

What causes this issue?

You want to move characteristics. Before you can do this, you must
select the characteristics.

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?

Select the characteristics that you want to move.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX224 - Select the characteristics to be moved ?

  The SAP error message CX224, which states "Select the characteristics to be moved," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are trying to move or change characteristics in a data model, InfoObject, or similar structure. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify which characteristics you want to move, but none have been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Characteristics Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any characteristics to move or change.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may be in the wrong screen or transaction where the selection of characteristics is not applicable.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to incomplete selections.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the InfoObjects or the data model that prevent the selection of characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Characteristics: Ensure that you have selected the characteristics you want to move. This can usually be done by checking the selection boxes next to the characteristics in the relevant screen.
  Check Navigation: Make sure you are in the correct transaction or screen where you can select and move characteristics.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the specific transaction you are using, as there may be additional steps or requirements.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration of the InfoObjects or data model. You may need to consult with a technical team or SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other related transactions where characteristics are managed.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider additional training or review of documentation related to SAP BW or HANA modeling to better understand how to manage characteristics effectively.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.