How To Fix LM152 - Characteristic & not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Characteristic & not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM152 - Characteristic & not filled ?

  The SAP error message LM152 ("Characteristic & not filled") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics Execution (LE) module, particularly when dealing with handling units (HUs) or when performing tasks related to inventory management. This error indicates that a required characteristic for a handling unit or material is not filled in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The characteristic that is referenced in the error message has not been filled in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, handling unit).
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require certain characteristics that are not being populated during the creation or processing of handling units.
  User Input Error: During the creation or modification of a handling unit, the user may have overlooked filling in mandatory fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: 
  
  Go to the material master or handling unit master data and ensure that all required characteristics are filled in. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if there are any mandatory characteristics that need to be filled. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the Logistics Execution settings.
  
  
  
  Fill in Missing Characteristics:
  
  If you identify which characteristic is missing, fill it in either through the master data maintenance or during the handling unit creation process.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling in all required fields when creating or modifying handling units.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the characteristic is not being populated. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material), HU02 (Change Handling Unit), HU01 (Create Handling Unit).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for LM152 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation related to handling units and characteristics to understand the requirements and processes better.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the LM152 error in your SAP system.