How To Fix MDM_CLF_LEAN227 - Class &1 (class type &2) uses changed characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDM_CLF_LEAN - MDM Lean Classification - Reuse Parts

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Class &1 (class type &2) uses changed characteristics

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN227 - Class &1 (class type &2) uses changed characteristics ?

  The SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN227 indicates that a class (with class type &2) is using characteristics that have been changed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with classification in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Characteristics Modification: The characteristics associated with a class have been modified (e.g., changed data types, deleted, or renamed).
  Class Assignment: The class is still assigned to objects or materials that reference the old characteristics.
  Inconsistent Data: There is a mismatch between the class definition and the characteristics currently in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristics:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check the characteristics associated with the class type &2.
  Verify if any characteristics have been modified or deleted.
  
  
  
  Update Class Assignments:
  
  If characteristics have been changed, you may need to update the class assignments for the materials or objects that use this class.
  Ensure that all objects using the class are updated to reflect the new characteristics.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust the Class:
  
  If necessary, you may need to recreate the class or adjust its characteristics to align with the current requirements.
  Make sure to reassign the class to the relevant materials or objects after making changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or links to other classes or objects that might be causing the issue.
  Ensure that all related data is consistent and up to date.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and characteristics for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage classes and their characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.