How To Fix NAA354 - Characteristic (field) &2 must belong to sort index &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Characteristic (field) &2 must belong to sort index &1

What causes this issue?

Certain characteristics, including a fixed sort index, are essential
for this function.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry as indicated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA354 - Characteristic (field) &2 must belong to sort index &1 ?

  The SAP error message NAA354 indicates that a characteristic (field) must belong to a specific sort index. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in classification hierarchies or when creating or modifying characteristics in the classification system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A characteristic is being assigned to a sort index that it does not belong to.
  The characteristic is not defined correctly in the classification system.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the classification system or the sort index.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the NAA354 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic) or CT03 (Display Characteristic).
  Verify that the characteristic in question is correctly assigned to the sort index specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Sort Index Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code CT21 (Maintain Sort Index) to check the configuration of the sort index.
  Ensure that the characteristic is included in the sort index you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Characteristic Settings:
  
  If the characteristic is not assigned to the correct sort index, you may need to modify its settings to include it in the appropriate sort index.
  You can do this by editing the characteristic and assigning it to the correct sort index.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the classification data. Sometimes, inconsistencies can arise from changes made in the system that were not properly reflected in the classification settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant for guidance on the classification system and sort index settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CT03: Display Characteristic
  CT21: Maintain Sort Index
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NAA354 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.