CVI_EI080 - Vendor &1: description of subrange &2 already exists in language &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_EI - Messages for Complex Interface

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Vendor &1: description of subrange &2 already exists in language &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_EI080 - Vendor &1: description of subrange &2 already exists in language &3 ?

  The SAP error message CVI_EI080 typically occurs in the context of the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) process, which is part of the SAP S/4HANA system. This error indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a vendor subrange description in a specific language.
  Cause:
  The error message CVI_EI080 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create or update a vendor (or customer) record, and there is already an existing description for the specified subrange in the specified language.
  The system enforces uniqueness for the combination of vendor, subrange, and language, and the entry you are trying to create or modify conflicts with an existing one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for display) and check if there is already a description for the specified subrange in the specified language.
  If it exists, you may need to modify the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate:
  
  If you find a duplicate entry that is not needed, you can delete it or modify it to avoid the conflict.
  If the existing entry is valid, ensure that your new entry is unique.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Language:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct language code when entering the description. Sometimes, the error can occur due to a mismatch in language codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to vendor master data and CVI for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding subrange descriptions.
  
  
  
  Check Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements related to vendor management, check if any custom logic is causing this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), XK03 (Display Vendor)
  
  
  CVI Configuration: Ensure that your CVI settings are correctly configured in the system.
  Data Consistency: Regularly check for data consistency in your vendor master records to avoid such conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CVI_EI080 error in your SAP system.