How To Fix GR678 - Characteristic & is not possible


GR678 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GR - Report Writer

  • Message number: 678

  • Message text: Characteristic & is not possible

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  • 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.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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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

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