How To Fix R7460 - Characteristic &1 texts are no longer time-dependent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Characteristic &1 texts are no longer time-dependent

What causes this issue?

Texts for the active version of characteristic &V1& are time-dependent,
but those for the current version are not.

System Response

An activation of the characteristic can lead to the loss of texts and
it is, therefore, not possible if characteristic &V1& still contains
texts.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7460 - Characteristic &1 texts are no longer time-dependent ?

  The SAP error message R7460 indicates that the characteristic texts for a specific characteristic (denoted by &1) are no longer time-dependent. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics can have texts that are valid for specific time periods.
  Cause:
  
  Time-Dependent Characteristics: The characteristic in question was originally defined as time-dependent, meaning that its texts could change over time. However, the system has detected that the characteristic texts are no longer set up to be time-dependent.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the characteristic or its texts may have led to this issue. For example, if the characteristic was modified to remove its time-dependency or if the texts were incorrectly maintained.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the characteristic texts being flagged as non-time-dependent.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration: 
  
  Go to the classification system and check the configuration of the characteristic. Ensure that it is set up correctly for time-dependent texts if that is the intended behavior.
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) and reviewing the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Texts: 
  
  Check the texts associated with the characteristic. Ensure that they are maintained correctly and that there are no gaps or inconsistencies in the time-dependent texts.
  You can use transaction code CT05 to maintain characteristic texts.
  
  
  
  Recreate Time-Dependent Texts: 
  
  If the characteristic is supposed to have time-dependent texts, you may need to recreate or reassign the texts to ensure they are valid for the desired time periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the classification system and time-dependent characteristics for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply.
  
  
  
  Check for SAP Notes: 
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes that address specific issues or bugs. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might provide additional insights or fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Create/Change Characteristic), CT05 (Maintain Characteristic Texts), and CL02 (Change Class) for managing characteristics and their texts.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides extensive documentation on classification and characteristics, which can be useful for understanding the underlying concepts and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7460 error and ensure that the characteristic texts are correctly maintained in your SAP system.