How To Fix GR661 - Characteristic & (column &) does not exist in the library


GR661 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GR - Report Writer

  • Message number: 661

  • Message text: Characteristic & (column &) does not exist in the library

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  • INCLUDE RG-RW-NA_GR660 ID TX

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


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR661 - Characteristic & (column &) does not exist in the library ?
    The SAP error message GR661 indicates that a specific characteristic (identified by the placeholder &) does not exist in the library. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics in the classification of materials or objects.
    
    Cause: Non-Existent Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use has not been defined in the system or is not available in the library you are referencing. Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic name or the column name you are trying to access. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or the library. Library Not Active: The library or class that contains the characteristic may not be active or may have been deleted.
    Solution: Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and verify if the characteristic exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it. Verify Typographical Errors: Double-check

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