How To Fix MSAM_CL036 - No charactertics exist for class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSAM_CL - Message Class for MSAM

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No charactertics exist for class &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSAM_CL036 - No charactertics exist for class &1 ?

  The SAP error message MSAM_CL036 indicates that there are no characteristics defined for the specified class in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage a classification object, and the system cannot find any characteristics associated with the class you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  No Characteristics Defined: The most common cause is that the class you are trying to use does not have any characteristics assigned to it.
  Incorrect Class: You may be referencing the wrong class or a class that has not been properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the characteristics of the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class).
  Enter the class name and check if any characteristics are assigned to it. If there are none, you will need to add characteristics.
  
  
  
  Add Characteristics:
  
  If the class is indeed missing characteristics, you can add them using transaction code CL01 (Create Characteristic).
  After creating the necessary characteristics, assign them to the class using CL02.
  
  
  
  Verify Class Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the class you are trying to use is the correct one and is properly assigned to the relevant object (e.g., material, equipment).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  If you suspect authorization issues, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the class and its characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the characteristics that should be assigned to the class, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on the classification system in use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: SAP uses a classification system to categorize objects (like materials, equipment, etc.) based on their characteristics. Each class can have multiple characteristics that define the properties of the objects in that class.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL04: Change Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: For more detailed information, you can refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to the classification system in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MSAM_CL036 error and successfully manage your classification objects in SAP.