How To Fix D9737 - Characteristic value &1 is already available

D9737 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 737

• Message text: Characteristic value &1 is already available

What causes this issue?

You created a characteristic value that is already allocated to another
characteristic in this instance.

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?

Create a characteristic value that is not already allocated.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9737 - Characteristic value &1 is already available ?

  The SAP error message D9737, which states "Characteristic value &1 is already available," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics in a material master or sales order. This error indicates that the system has detected a duplicate entry for a characteristic value that is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Characteristic Value: The error is triggered when you attempt to assign a characteristic value to a configuration that has already been assigned to the same object or instance.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration might be set up in a way that does not allow for multiple entries of the same characteristic value.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the database, leading to unexpected duplicates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Values: Review the configuration or the material master to see if the characteristic value you are trying to assign is already present. If it is, you may need