How To Fix NAA351 - Enter a characteristic (field) (see F4 help)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Enter a characteristic (field) (see F4 help)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA351 - Enter a characteristic (field) (see F4 help) ?

  The SAP error message NAA351, which states "Enter a characteristic (field) (see F4 help)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with characteristics in the classification of materials or objects.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A user attempts to create or modify a classification record without specifying a required characteristic.
  The characteristic field is left blank or is not properly filled in.
  The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the NAA351 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Input Field: Ensure that you have entered a valid characteristic in the relevant field. You can use the F4 help (search help) to find the available characteristics that can be used.
  
  
  Use F4 Help: Click on the F4 key or the search help icon next to the characteristic field to view a list of valid characteristics. Select the appropriate characteristic from the list.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration of the characteristics in the classification system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristics. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which characteristics to use, refer to your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding the classification of materials or objects.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification in SAP: SAP uses a classification system to categorize materials and objects based on their characteristics. Each characteristic can have specific values that define the properties of the material.
  F4 Help: The F4 help function in SAP provides users with a list of possible entries for a field, which can help in selecting the correct characteristic.
  Authorization Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access the classification features in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NAA351 error and successfully enter the required characteristic.