How To Fix G00879 - Enter a default value for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 879

• Message text: Enter a default value for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00879 - Enter a default value for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message G00879, which states "Enter a default value for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics in the classification of materials or other objects.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a characteristic that is defined in the system does not have a default value assigned to it. Default values are necessary for certain operations, such as creating new instances of a class or when a material is being classified. The system requires a default value to ensure that all necessary data is filled in automatically, which helps maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a default value to the characteristic that is indicated in the error message. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Classification System:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) depending on your needs.
  
  
  
  Locate the Characteristic:
  
  Find the characteristic that is causing the error. You can do this by navigating to the relevant class or by using the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  
  
  
  Edit the Characteristic:
  
  Once you have located the characteristic, select it and go to the "Default Values" tab.
  
  
  
  Set the Default Value:
  
  In the "Default Values" tab, enter the appropriate default value for the characteristic. This value should be relevant to the context in which the characteristic is used.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the default value, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the operation that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Characteristics and Classes: In SAP, characteristics are attributes that describe the properties of a class. Classes are used to group similar materials or objects together.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensuring that all characteristics have default values is important for maintaining data consistency and avoiding errors during data entry or processing.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.