How To Fix CME_CHAR802 - Multiple previous values for characteristic value

CME_CHAR802 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_CHAR - Checks for Characteristics

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Multiple previous values for characteristic value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CME_CHAR802 - Multiple previous values for characteristic value ?

  The SAP error message CME_CHAR802 ("Multiple previous values for characteristic value") typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values in the context of classification or variant configuration.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when there are multiple entries for a characteristic value in the classification system, which leads to ambiguity. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The same characteristic value is assigned to multiple objects or classes, leading to confusion in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristics and their values may not be set up correctly, causing the system to find multiple valid values for a single characteristic.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or classification data, such as incorrect or incomplete entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CME_CHAR802 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Review the characteristic values assigned to the relevant objects or classes. Ensure that there are no