How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN032 - Attribute &1 already exists in set type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Attribute &1 already exists in set type &2

What causes this issue?

You have tried to use an attribute more than once within the same
<DS:GLOS.7E421A6DA070D311AE680060B03C9BBE>set type</>. However, an
attribute may be used only once in a set type.

System Response

Choose another attribute.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN032 - Attribute &1 already exists in set type &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN032 indicates that there is an attempt to create or add an attribute that already exists in a specified set type. This error typically occurs in the context of managing characteristics or attributes in SAP's classification system or in the context of variant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to add an attribute (characteristic) to a set type that already contains that attribute.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the configuration or data model that is being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Attributes:
  
  Navigate to the set type in question and review the list of attributes already associated with it. Ensure that the attribute you are trying to add does not already exist.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that the attribute is indeed already present, you may need to remove the duplicate entry or modify your process to avoid adding it again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs during a configuration process, review the configuration settings to ensure that the attribute is not being added multiple times inadvertently.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like CT04 (to manage characteristics) or CL02 (to manage classes) to check and modify the attributes and their associations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to classification and attributes to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there is any custom code or enhancements in your SAP system that might be affecting the attribute handling, review that code for potential issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.