How To Fix FSH_MM_COMMON036 - Characteristic &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MM_COMMON -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Characteristic &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MM_COMMON036 - Characteristic &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MM_COMMON036 indicates that a characteristic specified in your operation does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Fashion Management (FMS) or similar modules where characteristics are used to define product attributes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic name or ID you are referencing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be assigned to the relevant class or object type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some characteristics may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and verify if the characteristic exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the spelling of the characteristic name or ID in your configuration or transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class. You can check this in transaction code CL02 (Class Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If you suspect data migration issues, review the migration logs and ensure that all necessary characteristics were migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the characteristic and its usage in your context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table definitions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  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 identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.