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How To Fix M2529 - No standard set maintained for characteristic &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

  • Message number: 529

  • Message text: No standard set maintained for characteristic &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2529 - No standard set maintained for characteristic & ?

    The SAP error message M2529 "No standard set maintained for characteristic &" typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when the system is unable to find a standard set for a specific characteristic in the context of variant configuration or classification.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Standard Set: The primary cause of this error is that there is no standard set defined for the characteristic in question. This can happen if the characteristic is newly created or if the configuration settings have not been properly maintained.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or product may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not being able to find the necessary standard set.
    3. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that prevent the system from recognizing the standard set.

    Solution:

    1. Maintain Standard Set:

      • Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) or CT02 (Change Characteristic).
      • Find the characteristic that is causing the error.
      • Check if a standard set is defined for this characteristic. If not, you will need to create or maintain the standard set.
      • Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the appropriate class and that the class is assigned to the material.
    2. Check Configuration Settings:

      • Review the configuration settings for the material or product in question. Ensure that all necessary characteristics and their values are correctly defined.
      • Use transaction code CU50 (Configuration Profile) to check the configuration profile settings.
    3. Data Consistency Check:

      • Perform a consistency check on the material master data and the classification data to ensure that there are no discrepancies.
      • Use transaction code MM02 to check the material master data and ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly.
    4. Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to maintain the standard set or the configuration settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
      • CT02: Change Characteristic
      • CU50: Configuration Profile
      • MM02: Change Material Master
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
    • SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M2529 error and ensure that the necessary standard sets are maintained for the relevant characteristics.

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