How To Fix MK044 - No values found for characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MK - Mass Handling in the Material Master

• Message number: 044

• Message text: No values found for characteristic &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MK044 - No values found for characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message MK044 ("No values found for characteristic &") typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when the system is unable to find any values for a specified characteristic in a selection or query. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with characteristics in classification, variant configuration, or when trying to create or modify a material.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic specified in the error message may not be defined for the material or object you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the class may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of values.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the classification system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the characteristic values.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the query may be too restrictive, resulting in no matching values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Verify that the characteristic is defined in the classification system and is assigned to the relevant class.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data includes the necessary characteristics and values. You can do this by checking the classification view of the material.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using a report or transaction that requires selection criteria, try broadening the criteria to see if values can be retrieved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic values. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or process you are working on.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transactions, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or when using reports that involve 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 your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MK044 error and implement a suitable solution.