How To Fix STEP801 - Create MRK: Characteristic name not defined

STEP801 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Create MRK: Characteristic name not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP801 - Create MRK: Characteristic name not defined ?

  The SAP error message "STEP801 Create MRK: Characteristic name not defined" typically occurs in the context of creating or managing characteristics in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with Master Data or Material Management. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a characteristic that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Characteristic: The characteristic that you are trying to use in your process (like creating a material or a classification) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the characteristic is not properly linked to the class or object you are working with.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or incorrect entry in the characteristic name when trying to create or modify the data.
  Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction