How To Fix GR664 - Characteristic & does not exist in the library

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 664

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

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 GR664 - Characteristic & does not exist in the library ?

  The SAP error message GR664 indicates that a specific characteristic does not exist in the library. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics are used to define the properties of materials or objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the error message is not defined in the classification system or the library being used.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may have been deleted or not properly configured in the classification system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic name or ID being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the classification system in SAP (Transaction Code: CL02) and verify if the characteristic exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using Transaction Code: CL01.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the appropriate class and that the class is active.
  Check if the characteristic is part of the correct library.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the spelling and syntax of the characteristic name or ID in the transaction or program where the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the classification system and characteristics in SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  
  
  Classification System: Understand how characteristics and classes are structured in SAP.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to characteristics and classes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GR664 error and implement a solution.