How To Fix UCS0045 - The status-bearing characteristic &1 has not been specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 045

• Message text: The status-bearing characteristic &1 has not been specified

What causes this issue?

The status query established that status-bearing characteristic &V1& has
not been specified.

System Response

The status query cannit be performed.

How to fix this error?

Specify a value for characteristic &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0045 - The status-bearing characteristic &1 has not been specified ?

  The SAP error message UCS0045, which states "The status-bearing characteristic &1 has not been specified," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics in the context of status management. This error indicates that a required characteristic that is supposed to hold a status value has not been defined or specified in the relevant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Definition: The characteristic that is expected to hold a status value has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the status management may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the required characteristic.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the characteristic was supposed to be specified but was left blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Characteristic:
  
  Go to the classification system in SAP and ensure that the characteristic mentioned in the error message is defined.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CL02 for changing characteristics) and checking if the characteristic exists.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the status management in the relevant module (e.g., SAP PM, SAP SD).
  Ensure that all required characteristics are properly configured and linked to the relevant status profiles.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Review:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry, double-check the input fields to ensure that all required characteristics are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the status-bearing characteristic is specified in the relevant transaction or master data record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the classification and status management relevant to your module.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Characteristic), CL02 (Change Characteristic), and CL03 (Display Characteristic).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCS0045 error and ensure that the necessary characteristics are properly defined and utilized in your SAP system.