How To Fix FSH_PP_MD038 - Enter a value for "Char. Profile" or "Merchandise Category" fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_PP_MD - Message Class for PP Master Data

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Enter a value for "Char. Profile" or "Merchandise Category" fields

What causes this issue?

When you created a quantity distribution profile, you did not maintain a
header characteristic profile for the characteristic profile or a header
merchandise category for the merchandise category.

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?

If you selected "Characteristic Profile", you need to select a value for
the characteristic profile of the header.
If you selected "Merchandise Category", you need to select a value for
the merchandise category of the header.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_PP_MD038 - Enter a value for "Char. Profile" or "Merchandise Category" fields ?

  The SAP error message FSH_PP_MD038 indicates that a required field, either "Char. Profile" (Characteristic Profile) or "Merchandise Category," has not been filled in when trying to execute a process related to merchandise planning or product management in the SAP Fashion Management (FSH) module.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to create or modify a product or article without specifying the necessary characteristic profile or merchandise category.
  The system requires these fields to determine how to handle the product in terms of attributes and categorization, which are essential for planning and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in the "Char. Profile" and/or "Merchandise Category" fields in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Review Configuration: If you are unsure about the values to enter, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for the configuration of the merchandise management system. They can provide guidance on the valid entries for these fields.
  Data Entry: If you are entering data manually, make sure to select or input the correct values that correspond to the product you are working with.
  Validation: If you are using a template or a mass upload process, ensure that the template includes these fields and that they are populated correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Characteristic Profile: This is a set of attributes that define the characteristics of a product. It is essential for managing product variants and ensuring that the correct attributes are associated with each product.
  Merchandise Category: This categorizes products into groups for better management and reporting. It helps in organizing products based on their type, seasonality, or other relevant criteria.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more detailed information on how to manage characteristic profiles and merchandise categories.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to properly enter product data in the system.
  
  By ensuring that the required fields are filled out correctly, you should be able to resolve the FSH_PP_MD038 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.