How To Fix /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING016 - Only the characteristics' ', 'b' and 'A' are supported

/SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Only the characteristics' ', 'b' and 'A' are supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING016 - Only the characteristics' ', 'b' and 'A' are supported ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING016 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics being used in a condition or customizing scenario. Specifically, it states that only the characteristics ' ', 'b', and 'A' are supported, which suggests that the system is expecting certain types of characteristics but is encountering unsupported ones.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Characteristics: The error typically arises when you are trying to use characteristics that are not recognized or supported by the system in the context you are working in.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the customizing settings related to the characteristics in the condition records.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or selection of characteristics in the relevant transaction or customizing settings can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristics: Review the characteristics you are trying to use. Ensure that they are among the supported ones (' ', 'b', and 'A'). If you are using custom characteristics, verify that they