How To Fix CLHP020 - Specified name & is already in "behavior"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLHP - Graphical Class Maintenance

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Specified name & is already in "behavior"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLHP020 - Specified name & is already in "behavior" ?

  The SAP error message CLHP020 indicates that there is a conflict with a specified name that is already in use within the "behavior" context. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with class types and their characteristics.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when you attempt to create or modify a characteristic, class, or object that has the same name as an existing one. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Trying to create a new characteristic with a name that already exists in the system.
  Attempting to assign a characteristic to a class that already has that characteristic defined.
  Conflicts in naming conventions or duplicate entries in the classification system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CLHP020 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) and check if the characteristic name you are trying to use already exists.
  If it does, consider using a different name for your new characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignments:
  
  If you are trying to assign a characteristic to a class, ensure that the characteristic is not already assigned to that class or another class in a way that causes a conflict.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename:
  
  If the existing characteristic is no longer needed, you can delete it (if permissible) or rename it to free up the name for your new entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices in the classification system.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and transporting changes to production, ensure that there are no transport issues causing conflicts with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and CT04 (Create Characteristic).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to classification and characteristics.
  User Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics and classes in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CLHP020 error and implement a solution to resolve it.