How To Fix EHPRC_RCS_TOOL261 - Characteristic &1 in parameter &2 can be used as mapping target only once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_RCS_TOOL -

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Characteristic &1 in parameter &2 can be used as mapping target only once

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& is specified as the mapping target by parameter &V2&
. This characteristic is already set as the mapping target for value
assignment type &V3&/characteristic &V4&.

System Response

The mapping is not transferred to database table <LS>EHPRCC_EC2MAP</>.
You cannot combine several characteristics into one characteristic.

How to fix this error?

If you want to transfer a different mapping, you must manually change
the settings in Customizing for <LS>Product Compliance</> under
<LS>Product Database ->
<DS:SIMG.EHPRC_PROP>Substitute Properties and Characteristics</></>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_RCS_TOOL261 - Characteristic &1 in parameter &2 can be used as mapping target only once ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_RCS_TOOL261 indicates that a specific characteristic (denoted as &1) in a parameter (denoted as &2) is being used as a mapping target more than once in a mapping configuration. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or Product Compliance modules, where mapping characteristics are defined for various processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A characteristic is defined multiple times as a target in a mapping configuration.
  The system enforces a rule that each characteristic can only be used once as a mapping target to avoid ambiguity and ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the mapping configuration where the error is occurring.
  Check the list of mapping targets and identify where the characteristic (&1) is being used more than once.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that the characteristic is indeed listed multiple times, remove the duplicates so that it is only used once as a mapping target.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, validate the mapping configuration to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Execute the process that was causing the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved and that the mapping works as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the EHS or Product Compliance modules for detailed information on mapping configurations and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that each characteristic is uniquely defined as a mapping target, you can avoid this error and maintain the integrity of your mapping configurations.