Product classification - Commodity code - Cockpit

Technical key used in classification to reference one attribute definition; appears in class maintenance, batch classification, and material master views. This name is crucial for identifying characteristics across various classification functionalities and integrations.

This indicator determines the permissible data type for characteristic values, influencing display, input validation, and storage. For example, 'N' (Numeric) enables decimal place settings, while 'D' (Date) enforces calendar date validation. It ensures data consistency and appropriate data handling.

An optional, user-defined code for grouping characteristics. This helps in managing a large number of characteristics by providing a filtering mechanism in transactions like CL24N (Assign Objects to Classes) or during batch classification, improving usability and data maintenance.

Controls the display and storage precision for numeric characteristic values. A value of '0' implies an integer, '2' implies two decimal places (e.g., for currency cents or percentages), '3' for millimeters, etc. It directly impacts data entry and value storage.

When this indicator is set ('X'), the characteristic becomes a required field for every object (e.g., material, equipment, batch) that is assigned to a class where this characteristic is part of the class definition. It ensures that critical attributes, like 'Country of Origin' or 'Safety Rating', are always maintained.