How To Fix CL610 - Characteristic "&" already created with same data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 610

• Message text: Characteristic "&" already created with same data

What causes this issue?

You want to generate a class and its characteristics using data from a
standard. You entered a characteristic name which already exists as a
characteristic.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use another characteristic name.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL610 - Characteristic "&" already created with same data ?

  The SAP error message CL610 indicates that a characteristic with the same name and data already exists in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create a new characteristic in the classification system, but a characteristic with the same identifier (name) has already been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Characteristic: The most common cause is that the characteristic you are trying to create already exists in the system with the same name and attributes.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in the data entry, leading to an attempt to create a characteristic that is already present.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and transporting changes to a production environment, there may be conflicts if the characteristic was created in both environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: 
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic) to search for the characteristic by name. If it exists, you can either modify it or use it as needed.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Characteristic: 
  
  If the existing characteristic is not suitable for your needs, consider modifying it instead of creating a new one. This can be done in transaction CL02.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name: 
  
  If you need to create a new characteristic and the existing one cannot be modified, consider using a different name for the new characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to transport requests, check the transport logs to ensure that the characteristic was not inadvertently created in both environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for naming conventions and characteristic creation in your organization to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Characteristic
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Characteristic
  CL04: Delete Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to characteristic creation.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics in the classification system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CL610 error and successfully manage characteristics in your SAP system.