How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP021 - Characteristics do not exist for class &1


MDG_BS_MAT_SP021 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

  • Message number: 021

  • Message text: Characteristics do not exist for class &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP021 - Characteristics do not exist for class &1 ?
    The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP021 indicates that there are no characteristics defined for a specific class in the Material Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a material that is assigned to a class that does not have any characteristics defined.
    
    Cause: Class Definition: The class specified in the error message does not have any characteristics assigned to it. In SAP, classes are used to group similar materials, and characteristics are attributes that describe the properties of those materials. Incorrect Class Assignment: The material may be incorrectly assigned to a class that is not intended for it or does not have the necessary characteristics.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the classification system in SAP.
    Solution: Check Class Definition: Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class). Enter the class number mentioned in the error message and check if any

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