How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_VARIANTS006 - Configurable product & is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_VARIANTS - Message Class for Development Class COM_PRODUCT_VARIANTS

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Configurable product & is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_VARIANTS006 - Configurable product & is not unique ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_VARIANTS006 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a configurable product in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the system has detected that the product variants for a configurable product are not unique, which can lead to confusion in product selection and order processing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple variants of a configurable product that have the same characteristics or values. This can happen if the configuration settings for the product variants are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: There may be issues with the master data for the product, such as incorrect or missing characteristics, or the same combination of characteristics being assigned to multiple variants.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or duplicates that were not resolved during the migration process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the configurable product. Ensure that each variant has a unique combination of characteristics. You can do this by navigating to the product master data and checking the characteristics assigned to each variant.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If you find that there are duplicate variants, you will need to either remove the duplicates or modify the characteristics of the variants to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing characteristics or incorrect values.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CU60 (Display Configuration Profile) to analyze and modify the configuration profiles of the product.
  
  
  Test Configuration: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs. You can do this by attempting to create a sales order or perform a similar action that triggers the configuration check.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that your team is trained on how to properly configure products and manage product variants in SAP to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT_VARIANTS006 error and ensure that your configurable products are set up correctly in SAP.