How To Fix C4858 - This combination of characteristic values aready exists (node "&")

C4858 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C4 - CTMS_SYNTAX_CHECK

• Message number: 858

• Message text: This combination of characteristic values aready exists (node "&")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C4858 - This combination of characteristic values aready exists (node "&") ?

  The SAP error message C4858, which states "This combination of characteristic values already exists (node '&')", typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with characteristics and their values in a configuration model. This error indicates that you are trying to create or assign a combination of characteristic values that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Combinations: The most common cause of this error is that the combination of characteristic values you are trying to create or assign already exists in the configuration model. This can happen if you are trying to create a new variant or configuration that has the same characteristic values as an existing one.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect data entry or misunderstanding of the characteristic values that are allowed for a particular configuration.
  
  
  Model Structure: If the configuration model is not set up correctly, it may lead to