How To Fix CX632 - Maintain characteristics for the table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• 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
assigned any characteristics to the table. The status of the table
releases the table for use in dependencies and for maintenance of table
entries. 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?

Enter characteristics in the table, or set the status to "In
preparation".

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX632 - Maintain characteristics for the table ?

  The SAP error message CX632, which states "Maintain characteristics for the table," typically occurs when there is an issue with the characteristics assigned to a particular table in the SAP system. This error is often related to the configuration of characteristics in the context of SAP's data modeling or reporting tools, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The error may arise if the characteristics that are required for a specific table or data model are not defined or maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect or incomplete configuration of the data model, leading to the inability to process or display data correctly.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source is not properly set up or if there are inconsistencies in the data model, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) without the necessary characteristics being included, this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Characteristics:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for SAP BW) and check the characteristics assigned to the table or InfoObject.
  Ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that all required components are in place and correctly linked.
  Validate that the InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and other related components are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing characteristics or manually create them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining characteristics for the relevant table or data model.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may require technical expertise in ABAP or the specific SAP module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CX632 error and implement a solution to resolve it.