How To Fix CU062 - Dependency & used more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Dependency & used more than once

What causes this issue?

You want to make a fundamental change to dependency &V1&.
This dependency is already allocated to several objects. Your change
will affect all objects to which the dependency is already allocated.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please use the dependency where-used list to gain an overview of the
effects of your change. To call the where-used list, choose function
<LS>Tools -> Dep. where-used list</> in the dependency maintenance
function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU062 - Dependency & used more than once ?

  The SAP error message CU062, which states "Dependency & used more than once," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Classification system. This error indicates that a dependency (which is a rule or condition that defines how characteristics are related to each other) has been defined multiple times for the same class or object, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Dependencies: The most common cause of this error is that the same dependency has been assigned to a class or object more than once.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the classification system where dependencies are not properly managed.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the classification setup, it may lead to duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Go to the classification view in SAP and check the dependencies assigned to the class or object. Look for any duplicates.
  
  Use transaction code CU02 (Change Class) or CU03 (Display Class) to view the dependencies.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If you find that a dependency is listed more than once, remove the duplicate entry.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration of dependencies is done correctly and that there are no logical errors in how they are set up.
  Test Changes: After making changes, test the classification to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dependencies in SAP: Dependencies are used in the classification system to control the behavior of characteristics based on the values of other characteristics. They are essential for ensuring that the data model behaves as expected.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CU01 - Create Class
  CU02 - Change Class
  CU03 - Display Class
  CU04 - Create Dependency
  CU05 - Change Dependency
  CU06 - Display Dependency
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on classification and dependencies, as well as best practices for managing them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CU062 error and ensure that your classification system is functioning correctly.