How To Fix VSCE460 - UDEF characteristic &3 in class (&1)&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 460

• Message text: UDEF characteristic &3 in class (&1)&2

What causes this issue?

The IPC does not support the data type UDEF.

System Response

The characteristic is not copied into the knowledge base.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can carry out the configuration meaningfully without
the characteristic specified.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE460 - UDEF characteristic &3 in class (&1)&2 ?

  The SAP error message VSCE460 indicates an issue related to the use of user-defined characteristics (UDEF) in a classification system. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the assignment or definition of a characteristic in a class.
  Cause:
  The error message VSCE460 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Undefined Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the error message may not be defined correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The characteristic may not be assigned to the class or may not be compatible with the class type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic or class.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristic or class.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VSCE460 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and verify that the characteristic mentioned in the error message is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the characteristic is active and has the correct data type and values.
  
  
  
  Verify Class Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Class Maintenance) to check if the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  Ensure that the class type supports the use of the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic and class. This may involve reviewing the master data and ensuring that all necessary attributes are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristic and class. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or guides related to classification and characteristics in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the VSCE460 error message.