How To Fix CL612 - Characteristic "&" assigned more than once: change it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 612

• Message text: Characteristic "&" assigned more than once: change it

What causes this issue?

You want to generate a class and its characteristics using standards
data. However, you have entered a characteristic more than once.

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?

Choose another characteristic.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL612 - Characteristic "&" assigned more than once: change it ?

  The SAP error message CL612 indicates that a characteristic (in this case, represented by the placeholder "&") has been assigned more than once in the context of a classification system. This typically occurs in the context of class management in SAP, where characteristics are used to define the properties of a class.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The characteristic has been assigned to the same class or object multiple times, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration of the classification system, leading to the same characteristic being assigned more than once.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the classification structure, it may lead to duplicate assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the class or object where the error is occurring to identify where the characteristic has been assigned multiple times.
  Remove Duplicates: Once identified, remove the duplicate assignment of the characteristic. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the classification view of the class or object.
  Editing the characteristics assigned and ensuring that each characteristic is unique.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the classification system to ensure that there are no rules or settings that allow for duplicate assignments.
  Data Consistency Check: If the issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check on the data to ensure that there are no other similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage classes and their characteristics.
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the classification system in SAP, including how classes and characteristics are structured and managed.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on classification and characteristics management.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CL612 error and ensure that your classification system is functioning correctly.