How To Fix BRF212 - Expression &1 occurs more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRF - Messages for Business Rule Framework

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Expression &1 occurs more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRF212 - Expression &1 occurs more than once ?

  The SAP error message BRF212 ("Expression &1 occurs more than once") typically occurs in the context of Business Rule Framework (BRF+) when you are defining rules or expressions that are expected to be unique within a certain context. This error indicates that the same expression has been defined multiple times, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Expressions: The most common cause of this error is that the same expression has been added more than once in the rule definition or in the decision table.
  Incorrect Rule Configuration: If you are using decision tables or rules that reference the same expression multiple times, it can lead to this error.
  Copy-Paste Errors: Sometimes, copying and pasting expressions can inadvertently create duplicates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Review the rule or decision table where the error is occurring. Look for any expressions that are defined more than once.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find duplicate expressions, remove or consolidate them to ensure that