How To Fix MDC_CLF005 - [Info] Classification msg refer to &1 classtype &2 characteristic &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_CLF -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: [Info] Classification msg refer to &1 classtype &2 characteristic &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_CLF005 - [Info] Classification msg refer to &1 classtype &2 characteristic &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDC_CLF005 is an informational message related to the classification system in SAP. It typically indicates that there is an issue with the classification of a material or object, specifically referring to a characteristic that is not properly defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  The error message MDC_CLF005 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic specified in the message is not assigned to the class type or is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type referenced may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the expected configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the classification data, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MDC_CLF005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Type and Characteristics:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and verify that the class type and the characteristic mentioned in the error message are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct class type.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material or object in question. Ensure that all required characteristics are filled in and that there are no missing values.
  
  
  
  Maintain Characteristics:
  
  If the characteristic is missing, you may need to create or maintain it in the classification system. This can be done through transaction codes like CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code CL24N to check for inconsistencies in the classification data. This can help identify any issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on classification and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  CL24N: Class Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to classification and characteristics.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed information on classification management and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MDC_CLF005 error message in SAP.