How To Fix CX623 - No characteristics and field assignments are maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 623

• Message text: No characteristics and field assignments are maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX623 - No characteristics and field assignments are maintained ?

  The SAP error message CX623, which states "No characteristics and field assignments are maintained," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics and fields in the context of classification or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The error indicates that there are no characteristics defined for the object you are trying to work with. Characteristics are essential for classifying materials or products in SAP.
  Field Assignments Not Maintained: The system expects certain field assignments to be maintained for the classification, but they are either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the classification system may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Object Type Issues: The object type you are trying to classify may not have the necessary characteristics assigned to it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Characteristics:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 to create or modify characteristics.
  Ensure that the necessary characteristics are defined for the object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Maintain Field Assignments:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 to check and maintain the class type and its field assignments.
  Ensure that the characteristics are assigned to the correct class type and that the field assignments are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Class Type:
  
  Verify that the class type you are using is appropriate for the characteristics you want to assign.
  You can check this in transaction code CL01 to see the class types and their characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the object (e.g., material, equipment) you are trying to classify has the correct configuration and is linked to the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics and classes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristics
  CL01: Create/Change Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CX623 error and ensure that your classification system is properly configured.