How To Fix STEP570 - PROPERTY_DEF &1, GENERAL_PROP &2 generated for CHAR &3 and CLASS &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 570

• Message text: PROPERTY_DEF &1, GENERAL_PROP &2 generated for CHAR &3 and CLASS &4

What causes this issue?

Special constellation during mapping.

System Response

A characteristic in the context of the specified class, is mapped into
STEP as 'PROPERTY_DEFINITION' and 'GENERAL_PROPERTY'.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP570 - PROPERTY_DEF &1, GENERAL_PROP &2 generated for CHAR &3 and CLASS &4 ?

  The SAP error message STEP570 with the details PROPERTY_DEF &1, GENERAL_PROP &2 generated for CHAR &3 and CLASS &4 typically indicates an issue related to the definition of properties in the context of a class or characteristic in SAP. This error often arises in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and classes in the material master or classification data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Property Definition: The error may occur if the property definition for a characteristic is missing or incorrectly defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic or class, such as incorrect data types or values that do not conform to the expected format.
  Configuration Issues: The classification system may not be properly configured, leading to issues when trying to access or manipulate characteristics and classes.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the properties of the characteristic or class.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Property Definitions: Review the property definitions for the characteristic and ensure that they are correctly defined in the system. This can be done through transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class).
  Validate Data Consistency: Ensure that the data associated with the characteristic and class is consistent and adheres to the expected formats. Check for any missing values or incorrect data types.
  Review Configuration: If the classification system is not configured correctly, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the characteristics and classes involved.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause. This may require the assistance of a developer or SAP support.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and CL24 (Display Characteristics).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the classification system and characteristics to better understand how they should be configured and used.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the full error message and context for better diagnosis.