How To Fix WXP081 - Character. &2 cannot be used as "Classification System Characteristic &1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Character. &2 cannot be used as "Classification System Characteristic &1"

What causes this issue?

You have assigned "Classification System Characteristic" &V1& to
plannning characteristic &V2&. You have not, however, entered the
characteristic from the classification system that you want the
planning characteristic to represent.

System Response

The planning scenario cannot be activated because some required
information is missing.

How to fix this error?

In the "Special Planning Levels" screen for planning characteristic
&V2&, enter the relevant classification system characteristic.
When you have done this, check the planning scenario once again.

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 WXP081 - Character. &2 cannot be used as "Classification System Characteristic &1" ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WXP081:
  
  SAP Error Message: WXP081
  Text:
  
  Character &2 cannot be used as "Classification System Characteristic &1".
  
  Cause
  This warning message occurs when you try to assign or use a particular characteristic (denoted by &2) as a classification system characteristic (&1), but the system detects that the characteristic is not suitable or allowed for this purpose.
  In SAP Classification (CL), characteristics are used to describe objects. However, not all characteristics can be used as classification system characteristics. The system enforces certain rules or restrictions on which characteristics can be assigned to classification systems.
  Common causes include:
  
  The characteristic is of a data type or format that is incompatible with classification system requirements.
  The characteristic is already assigned or linked in a way that conflicts with the classification system.
  The characteristic is a system-reserved or special characteristic that cannot be used in classification.
  The characteristic is not active or properly maintained in the system.
  The characteristic is a "characteristic value" or dependent characteristic that cannot stand alone as a classification system characteristic.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WXP081 warning, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Properties:
  
  Go to transaction CT04 (Maintain Characteristics).
  Verify the characteristic's data type, length, and other properties.
  Ensure it is suitable for classification use (e.g., not a system characteristic or dependent characteristic).
  
  
  
  Check Classification System Settings:
  
  Go to transaction CL02 or CL03 (Change/Display Class).
  Verify the classification system and the characteristics assigned.
  Make sure the characteristic you want to assign is allowed.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not suitable, consider creating a new characteristic that meets the requirements.
  Use this new characteristic as the classification system characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check for Lock or Assignment Conflicts:
  
  Ensure the characteristic is not locked or assigned elsewhere in a conflicting manner.
  Remove or adjust conflicting assignments if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or Documentation:
  
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes address particular issues with characteristics and classification.
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WXP081.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 – Maintain Characteristics
  CL02 – Change Class
  CL03 – Display Class
  CL20N – Classification of Objects
  
  
  
  SAP Module:
  
  Classification (LO-CL)
  
  
  SAP Help Portal:
  
  Classification system characteristics are explained in SAP documentation under Logistics – General ? Classification.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for notes related to classification and characteristic assignment if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Error
  WXP081: Character &2 cannot be used as "Classification System Characteristic &1"
  
  
  Cause
  Characteristic is unsuitable or restricted for use as classification system characteristic
  
  
  Solution
  Verify characteristic properties, use suitable characteristic, check assignments, consult SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact characteristic names or context, I can help you further analyze the issue.