How To Fix KX574 - Characteristic & cannot be included in compound

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 574

• Message text: Characteristic & cannot be included in compound

What causes this issue?

This characteristic cannot be compounded with another characteristic
since it does not have its own check table.

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?

Create a new characteristic with the same technical attributes (type and
length) for which a check table will be created when you save and
generate. Use this characteristic in the compound. Copy any existing
master data from the original to the new characteristic.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX574 - Characteristic & cannot be included in compound ?

  The SAP error message KX574 indicates that a characteristic cannot be included in a compound characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of variant configuration or classification.
  Cause:
  The error message KX574 can arise due to several reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Data Types: The characteristic you are trying to include in a compound may have a data type that is incompatible with the other characteristics in the compound.
  
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Settings: The characteristic may not be set up correctly in the system. For example, it might be marked as a "class characteristic" when it should not be.
  
  
  Missing Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships that are not properly defined between the characteristics.
  
  
  Characteristic Usage: The characteristic might already be used in another context that prevents it from being included in the compound.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KX574 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system and verify its settings. Ensure that the data type and other attributes are compatible with the compound characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the characteristics you are trying to combine are compatible. Check their data types and any other relevant attributes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dependencies:
  
  If there are dependencies or relationships that need to be defined, make sure they are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Re-evaluate Usage:
  
  Check if the characteristic is being used elsewhere in a way that conflicts with its inclusion in the compound. If it is, you may need to adjust its usage.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on defining and using compound characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Characteristic) and CL02 (Class) for managing characteristics and classes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.