How To Fix VSCE472 - Characteristic &1 is only locally visible for class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is only locally visible for class &2

What causes this issue?

The characteristic is globally defined as invisible, and should be
changed to visible for a class locally.
This change of visibility is not supported in the IPC.

System Response

The characteristic is copied to the knowledge base, but remains
invisible in this class.

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 VSCE472 - Characteristic &1 is only locally visible for class &2 ?

  The SAP error message VSCE472 indicates that a characteristic is only locally visible for a specific class. This typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, where characteristics are defined for classes and can be used to describe the properties of objects (like materials, equipment, etc.).
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use a characteristic that is defined as "locally visible" in a class that does not have access to it. This means that the characteristic is not available for use in the context you are trying to apply it, often because it is defined only for a specific class and not for the broader class hierarchy.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Visibility:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check the visibility settings of the characteristic in question. Ensure that it is set to be globally visible if you want it to be used across multiple classes.
  
  
  
  Modify the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic should be available for other classes, you may need to change its settings. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance).
  Find the characteristic and check its settings.
  Change the visibility from "local" to "global" if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  Reassign the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is meant to be used in a different class, you may need to reassign it to the appropriate class or create a new characteristic that is globally visible.
  
  
  
  Check Class Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that the class hierarchy is set up correctly. If the characteristic is meant to be inherited, it should be defined in a parent class that is accessible to the child classes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing characteristics and classes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  Classification System: Understanding how the classification system works in SAP can help in managing characteristics and classes effectively.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCE472 error and ensure that the characteristic is appropriately visible for the intended class.