How To Fix /SCWM/BATCH074 - Characteristic &1 not maintained for class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BATCH -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Characteristic &1 not maintained for class &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BATCH074 - Characteristic &1 not maintained for class &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BATCH074 Characteristic &1 not maintained for class &2 typically occurs in the context of batch management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a specific characteristic (denoted by &1) is not maintained for a particular class (denoted by &2) in the classification system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is being referenced in the error message has not been defined or assigned to the specified class in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the batch management settings or the classification of materials.
  Data Inconsistency: The data for the material or batch may not be consistent with the expected configuration in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class and Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check the class definition.
  Verify if the characteristic &1 is indeed defined for class &2. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not maintained, you can add it by using transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic) to create the characteristic if it does not exist, and then assign it to the appropriate class using CL02.
  
  
  
  Assign Characteristic to Material:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is assigned to the relevant material or batch. You can do this using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and navigating to the Classification view.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Management Settings:
  
  Review the batch management settings in the system to ensure that they are correctly configured. This can be done in the EWM settings or through the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand the basics of batch management in SAP EWM, including how characteristics and classes are used to manage batches.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the SAP classification system, which allows you to categorize materials and manage their attributes effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.