How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_CONFIG005 - Product &1 already exists and is not assigned to category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_CONFIG - Messages for Configurable Products

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Product &1 already exists and is not assigned to category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CONFIG005 - Product &1 already exists and is not assigned to category &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CONFIG005 indicates that a product you are trying to create or assign already exists in the system and is not assigned to the specified category. This error typically arises in the context of product configuration and management within SAP, particularly in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Product Entry: The product you are trying to create or assign already exists in the system with the same product ID or number.
  Category Assignment Issue: The existing product is not assigned to the category you are trying to associate it with, which is causing the conflict.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product master data or category definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Products: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or COMMPR01 (Product Master) to check if the product already exists in the system.
  If it does exist, verify its details and see if it is assigned to the correct category.
  
  
  
  Assign to Correct Category:
  
  If the product exists but is not assigned to the desired category, you can either:
  
  Change the category assignment of the existing product to the desired category.
  If the product should not exist, consider deleting or archiving the existing product if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create a New Product:
  
  If the existing product is valid and should remain in the system, you may need to create a new product with a different product ID or number.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the product master data. You may need to run data consistency checks or consult with your SAP administrator for further analysis.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to product configuration and category management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as COMMPR01 for product management, MM01 for creating materials, and MM02 for changing materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify products and categories in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in product management within SAP.