How To Fix FVD_PRODUCT280 - Prefix already exists in the system; assign another prefix

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_PRODUCT - Messages CML Product Editing

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Prefix already exists in the system; assign another prefix

What causes this issue?

The prefix you have specified is already being used in another client.

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?

Use a unique prefix for each client.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_PRODUCT280 - Prefix already exists in the system; assign another prefix ?

  The SAP error message FVD_PRODUCT280 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a product with a prefix that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly in the SAP Financial Services (FS) module or similar areas where product definitions are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to assign a prefix to a new product that is already in use by another product in the system. Prefixes are often used to categorize or identify products, and they must be unique to avoid confusion and ensure proper data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Prefixes: 
  
  Review the existing product prefixes in the system to identify which prefixes are already in use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant product master data transaction or table.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different Prefix:
  
  If the prefix you are trying to