How To Fix ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK004 - Release check variant &1 already exists. Please select a different one.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK - ARun Release Check

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Release check variant &1 already exists. Please select a different one.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK004 - Release check variant &1 already exists. Please select a different one. ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK004 indicates that you are trying to create or use a release check variant that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of release strategies or approval processes in SAP, particularly in materials management or procurement modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to create a new release check variant with a name that is already in use. Each release check variant must have a unique identifier, and if you try to create one with a name that already exists, SAP will prevent this action to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code where you are trying to create the release check variant (e.g., MEK1 for release strategies).
  Look for the existing release check variants to see if the one you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name:
  
  If the variant