How To Fix GR180 - Single value &1 for characteristic &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Single value &1 for characteristic &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR180 - Single value &1 for characteristic &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GR180 indicates that a single value for a characteristic does not exist in the system. This typically occurs in the context of classification or variant configuration when the system is trying to access a characteristic value that has not been defined or is not available for the specific object you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Value: The characteristic value you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material or object may not include the characteristic you are trying to access.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or classification data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the characteristic values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check if the characteristic &2 is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the single value &1 is indeed created for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Values:
  
  If the value is missing, you can create it in the classification data. This can be done through transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) or CL02 (for classes).
  
  
  
  Review Material Configuration:
  
  Check the material or object configuration to ensure that it includes the necessary characteristics and values.
  Use transaction CS03 to display the material's classification and verify the assigned characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic values. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify any discrepancies. This can be done using transaction CL20N for class and characteristic checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific configuration or classification you are working with to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CS03: Display Material
  CL20N: Class and Characteristic Check
  
  
  
  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 additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GR180 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.