How To Fix MDG_CLF_LEAN020 - Missing characteristic in valuation of material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_CLF_LEAN - Lean Classification - Central Governance parts

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Missing characteristic in valuation of material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_CLF_LEAN020 - Missing characteristic in valuation of material &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_CLF_LEAN020 indicates that there is a missing characteristic in the valuation of a material. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management, particularly when using SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) for materials.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system attempts to process a material that lacks a required characteristic for valuation. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The material may not have all the necessary characteristics defined in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The classification system may not be properly configured to include all required characteristics for the material type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the material, leading to missing or incomplete information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Classification:
  
  Go to the Material Master record and check the classification view.
  Ensure that all required characteristics are assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Review Required Characteristics:
  
  Identify the characteristics that are required for the material type in question.
  You can do this by checking the classification settings in the SAP system (transaction code CL02 for class maintenance).
  
  
  
  Update Material Data:
  
  If any required characteristics are missing, update the material data to include them.
  You can do this through the Material Master transaction (MM01 for creation, MM02 for modification).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration of the classification system to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined for the relevant material types.
  This may involve checking the settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for Material Management and Classification.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  After making changes, validate the data to ensure that the material can be processed without errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the characteristics required for your material type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MDG_CLF_LEAN020 error message.