How To Fix M-403 - Invalid sequence assignment for characteristic & in table TWORD!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M- -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Invalid sequence assignment for characteristic & in table TWORD!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M-403 - Invalid sequence assignment for characteristic & in table TWORD! ?

  The SAP error message M-403 "Invalid sequence assignment for characteristic & in table TWORD!" typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with characteristics and values in classification. This error indicates that there is an issue with the sequence assignment of characteristics in the classification system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sequence Assignment: The error usually arises when the sequence of characteristics assigned to a material or classification object does not match the expected sequence defined in the system.
  Missing Characteristics: If a characteristic that is expected in the sequence is missing or not properly defined, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the classification system, particularly in the Customizing settings for characteristics and classes.
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data stored in the TWORD table (which holds the characteristics and their values), it can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Go to the classification view of the material or object in question.
  Verify that the characteristics are assigned in the correct sequence as defined in the classification system.
  
  
  
  Review TWORD Table:
  
  Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to view the TWORD table.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing entries related to the characteristic mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, navigate to the classification settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined and that their sequence is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the classification data.
  You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to review and correct any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and characteristics for any specific guidance on this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL01 (Create Class)
  CL02 (Change Class)
  CL03 (Display Class)
  CL24 (Display Characteristics)
  
  
  Tables:
  
  TWORD: This table contains the characteristics and their values.
  TSKT: This table contains the sequence of characteristics.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M-403 error in SAP.