How To Fix GR678 - Characteristic & is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 678

• Message text: Characteristic & is not possible

What causes this issue?

You cannot use this characteristic in the report due to the table
installation in the Report Writer.
Possible reasons are:
- the characteristic type was later set to "prohibited" (table T804C)
- the characteristic was later included in a multi-dimension set

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the report by changing the multi-dimension set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR678 - Characteristic & is not possible ?

  The SAP error message GR678 typically indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics of a material or a configuration in the system. This error often arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a material master record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic specified in the error message may not be defined in the system or is not assigned to the material.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material may not be valid, leading to the inability to process the characteristics.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or its characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and verify if the characteristic mentioned in the error message exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Characteristics to Material:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the material in the material master. You can check this in transaction code MM02 (Change Material) under the classification view.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  If you are working with variant configuration, check the configuration profile and ensure that all required characteristics are included and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check for the material and its characteristics. You can use transaction CU50 to check the configuration and ensure that all dependencies are satisfied.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristics. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  MM02: Change Material
  CU50: Configuration Simulation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.