How To Fix /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE026 - BRF setting contains duplicate cost elements &1 to &2

/CPD/AVR_MESSAGE026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: BRF setting contains duplicate cost elements &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE026 - BRF setting contains duplicate cost elements &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE026 indicates that there are duplicate cost elements defined in the Business Rule Framework (BRF) settings for a specific application or process. This error typically arises when the system detects that the same cost element has been assigned multiple times within the BRF configuration, which can lead to inconsistencies in cost calculations or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The primary cause of this error is the presence of duplicate cost elements in the BRF settings. This can happen due to manual entry errors or incorrect configuration during the setup of cost elements.
  
  Configuration Issues: If the BRF rules or conditions are not set up correctly, it may lead to the same cost element being referenced multiple times.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the cost element structure, duplicates may inadvertently be created.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review BRF Settings: Go to the BRF configuration