How To Fix GR164 - Characteristic not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Characteristic not permitted

What causes this issue?

You specified a characteristic to restrict the extracts to be selected
that cannot be used to find extracts.

System Response

Processing will not continue.

How to fix this error?

Use F4 Help to display characteristics that can be used to find
extracts.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR164 - Characteristic not permitted ?

  The SAP error message GR164 ("Characteristic not permitted") typically occurs in the context of using characteristics in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with classification, variant configuration, or material management. This error indicates that a specific characteristic is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes of GR164 Error
  
  Characteristic Not Assigned: The characteristic you are trying to use may not be assigned to the class or object you are working with.
  Incorrect Class Type: The characteristic may not be compatible with the class type you are using (e.g., using a characteristic meant for a different class type).
  Status of Characteristic: The characteristic may be set to a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it may be marked as inactive).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the characteristics or classes in the system.
  
  Solutions to GR164 Error
  
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Go to the classification view and check if the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  Ensure that the characteristic is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Class Type:
  
  Verify that the class type you are using is appropriate for the characteristic. If the characteristic is meant for a different class type, you may need to adjust your configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Status:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is not set to inactive. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic definition in the classification system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the characteristic. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for the characteristics and classes to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its documentation and provides fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CT04 (Change Characteristic), or CL01 (Create Class) to manage characteristics and classes.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides detailed documentation on classification and characteristics, which can be useful for understanding how to configure and troubleshoot these elements.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.