How To Fix KU382 - Object characteristic must be regenerated for field &1 - &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Object characteristic must be regenerated for field &1 - &2

What causes this issue?

Characteristics are used in the product drilldown. A reference
characteristic must be regenerated for field &V1& - &V2&.

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?

Go into Customizing and generate the characteristic.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU382 - Object characteristic must be regenerated for field &1 - &2 ?

  The SAP error message KU382 indicates that an object characteristic must be regenerated for a specific field. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values in the context of product data management or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error message KU382 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Changes in Characteristics: If there have been changes to the characteristics of a class or object, the system may require regeneration to ensure that all data is consistent and up-to-date.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: If the data related to the characteristic is incomplete or missing, the system may not be able to process it correctly.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the classification system or the specific object that is causing the error.
  
  
  Database Inconsistencies: Sometimes, inconsistencies in the database can lead to this error, especially if there have been recent changes or updates.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KU382 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Regenerate the Object Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class).
  Find the class associated with the object and check the characteristics.
  Regenerate the characteristic by selecting the appropriate option (usually found in the menu under "Environment" or "Utilities").
  
  
  
  Check for Incomplete Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields for the characteristic are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the values assigned to the characteristic are valid and complete.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the classification system to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Look for any recent changes that may have affected the characteristics or classes.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the database to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definitions and data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the classification system and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), and CL03 (Display Class) for managing characteristics and classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the KU382 error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KU382 error and ensure that your object characteristics are correctly regenerated.