How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL083 - Link to parent node (KSSK) is missing for characteristics profile &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Link to parent node (KSSK) is missing for characteristics profile &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL083 - Link to parent node (KSSK) is missing for characteristics profile &1 ?

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  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_CHAR_VAL083: Link to parent node (KSSK) is missing for characteristics profile &1
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when the system expects a hierarchical link between characteristics in a characteristics profile, but the link to the parent node (table KSSK) is missing or not maintained properly.
  
  KSSK is the table that stores the assignment of characteristics to a characteristics profile in a hierarchical structure.
  The error indicates that for a given characteristics profile (represented by &1 in the message), the system cannot find the required link to the parent node in the KSSK table.
  This usually happens during configuration or master data maintenance when characteristics are assigned to a profile but the hierarchical relationship is incomplete or inconsistent.
  It can also occur during classification or variant configuration processes where the system expects a parent-child relationship between characteristics but the link is missing.
  
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During classification or variant configuration when creating or changing characteristics profiles.
  When maintaining characteristics in the classification system (transaction CL02, CL20N, or variant configuration transactions).
  During data migration or transport of characteristics profiles where hierarchical links are not properly transported or maintained.
  When customizing or creating new characteristics profiles in the SAP Classification system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristics Profile:
  
  Go to transaction CL20N (Change Characteristics Profile).
  Select the characteristics profile mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that all characteristics are properly assigned and that the hierarchical structure is complete.
  Ensure that each characteristic has a valid parent node if the profile requires a hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Maintain Parent-Child Links:
  
  In the characteristics profile, check the structure and ensure that the parent-child relationships between characteristics are correctly maintained.
  If a characteristic should have a parent node, assign it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Repair the Profile:
  
  If the profile is corrupted or incomplete, consider deleting and recreating the profile or repairing the hierarchy.
  Use transaction CL20N or CL24N to maintain the profile.
  
  
  
  Check Table KSSK:
  
  Use SE16/SE16N to check entries in table KSSK for the profile.
  Verify if the parent node entries exist.
  If missing, you may need to reassign or recreate the profile.
  
  
  
  Transport and Consistency:
  
  If the issue appeared after a transport, check the transport logs.
  Re-import or re-transport the characteristics profile ensuring all related objects are included.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or characteristics profile issues.
  Sometimes, patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL20N – Change Characteristics Profile
  CL24N – Display Characteristics Profile
  CL02 – Change Characteristic
  SE16/SE16N – Data Browser (to check tables like KSSK)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  KSSK – Assignment of Characteristics to Characteristics Profile (hierarchical)
  KSSK_H – Hierarchy of Characteristics Profiles (if applicable)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  Classification (LO-CL)
  Variant Configuration (LO-VC)
  
  
  
  Related SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRF_CHAR_VAL083 or characteristics profile hierarchy issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL083 indicates a missing link to the parent node in the characteristics profile hierarchy (table KSSK). To resolve it, verify and maintain the hierarchical structure of the characteristics profile using transaction CL20N, ensure all parent-child relationships are correctly assigned, and check the consistency of the profile in the system.
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the context in which the error occurs (e.g., during classification, variant configuration, or transport), and I can help with more specific steps.