How To Fix WW204 - &1 characteristics, &2 MG objects and &3 classifications were transported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 204

• Message text: &1 characteristics, &2 MG objects and &3 classifications were transported

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please check the correctness of the data you just transported in the
receiving system. In particular, please note that no new materials will
be created for the material group. You need to do this manually using
transaction WG02. In addition, you should check the hierarchy with the
corresponding information transactions from the Material Group menu.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW204 - &1 characteristics, &2 MG objects and &3 classifications were transported ?

  The SAP error message WW204 typically indicates an issue related to the transport of characteristics, material groups (MG objects), and classifications in the SAP system. This error can occur during the transport of classification data, which is part of the SAP Logistics module, particularly in the context of Material Management (MM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
  Cause:
  The WW204 error message is usually triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the classification data being transported, such as missing characteristics or incorrect links between characteristics and material groups.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not have been properly configured or may be missing necessary components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to transport the classification data.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the successful transport of classification data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WW204 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request includes all necessary objects (characteristics, material groups, classifications).
  Review the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency:
  
  Check the characteristics and classifications in the source system to ensure they are correctly defined and linked.
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to verify the characteristics and classifications.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the transport has the necessary authorizations to transport classification data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Recreate Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is found to be incomplete or corrupted, consider recreating it and including all necessary objects.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the system configuration related to classification and material management. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or technical team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on classification and transport management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the WW204 error and implement a suitable solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.