How To Fix KU361 - & characteristics were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 361

• Message text: & characteristics were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU361 - & characteristics were deleted ?

  The SAP error message KU361 typically indicates that a characteristic has been deleted, which can affect various processes, especially in the context of variant configuration or classification. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Characteristics: The primary cause of the KU361 error is that a characteristic that is being referenced in a configuration or classification context has been deleted from the system.
  Data Inconsistency: This can occur due to data inconsistency, where the system is trying to access a characteristic that no longer exists.
  Transport Issues: If characteristics were deleted in one environment (like development) and not properly transported to another (like production), this error can arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Deleted Characteristics:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and check if the characteristic in question still exists.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if possible.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration Profiles:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a configuration profile, ensure that the profile is updated to remove references to the deleted characteristic.
  Use transaction CU50 to check and adjust configuration profiles.
  
  
  
  Adjust Classifications:
  
  If the characteristic was part of a class, you may need to adjust the class definitions. Use transaction CL02 to modify the class and remove any references to the deleted characteristic.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the deletion was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly managed and that all environments are synchronized.
  Check the transport logs for any issues related to the deletion of characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or change logs to understand why the characteristic was deleted and if it was intentional.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the KU361 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Variant Configuration: If you are working with variant configuration, ensure that all dependencies and relationships between characteristics are correctly maintained.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and classes in the SAP system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP directly for further assistance.