How To Fix GR633 - No valid master data for characteristic '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 633

• Message text: No valid master data for characteristic '&'

What causes this issue?

No valid master data within the specified interval was found for the
characteristic '&V1&'.
Explanation:
For each characteristic that is processed in a report, the Report
Writer optimizes the interval limits which are relevant for selecting
data from the database.
Example:
A report contains the characteristic 'account', for which an account
interval from 100000 to 200000 has been entered. However, if the
master data validation shows that the lowest/highest account in this
interval is 110000/190000, the selection will be limited to accounts
110000 to 190000 only.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

The system returns this error message if no master data exists for the
interval.
This error is typically caused by an invalid version. In FI-SL
Special Purpose Ledger, for example, versions are assigned to the
ledger and are defined in configuration. The report definition can
then contain a non-defined version. A similar situation applies to
controlling (cost center accounting): here, versions are assigned to
the controlling area and fiscal year and can be defined in planning.
Another cause of this error is a ledger that is not assigned to the
table for which the report was created.
Technical information:
The field name for '&V1&' is '&V2&'.

System Response

The system cancels processing.

How to fix this error?

Check the report definition, or the specified master data, or the
intervals.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR633 - No valid master data for characteristic '&' ?

  The SAP error message GR633 ("No valid master data for characteristic '&'") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when the system cannot find valid master data for a specific characteristic in a material or a product. This can happen during various processes, such as when creating a material, performing a goods movement, or executing a production order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic specified in the error message does not have any valid entries in the master data tables. This could be due to the characteristic not being defined or not having any values assigned.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the characteristic may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant master data tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the master data for the specified characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the characteristic in question exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., MM01 for material master) and checking if the characteristic has valid entries.
  Maintain Master Data: If the characteristic is missing valid entries, you may need to create or update the master data. This can involve adding values to the characteristic or ensuring that the characteristic is properly defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the characteristic in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Ensure that the characteristic is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate master data.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the master data. This can help in identifying any missing or incorrect entries.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to master data management and characteristics to understand how they are defined and used within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.