How To Fix G00862 - Char &1 already used as an attribute of char &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 862

• Message text: Char &1 already used as an attribute of char &2

What causes this issue?

You want to select characteristic <ZH>&V1&</> as a subassignment.
However, this is not possible, because this characteristic is already
used as an attribute for characteristic <ZH>&V2&</>. A characteristic
cannot be a subassignment and an attribute at the same time.

System Response

Processing terminated; the subassignment indicator will be deselected
for characteristic <ZH>&V1&</>.

How to fix this error?

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

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 G00862 - Char &1 already used as an attribute of char &2 ?

  The SAP error message G00862 indicates that there is a conflict in the use of characteristics in the context of SAP's data modeling, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. The message states that a characteristic (denoted as &1) is already being used as an attribute of another characteristic (denoted as &2). This typically occurs when you are trying to define or modify characteristics in a way that violates the uniqueness or hierarchy rules of the data model.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage: The characteristic you are trying to use as an attribute is already defined as an attribute of another characteristic. In SAP BW, each characteristic can have its own set of attributes, and reusing a characteristic as an attribute of multiple other characteristics can lead to conflicts.
  Modeling Errors: Errors in the data model design, such as incorrect relationships or hierarchies, can lead to this issue.
  Data Source Conflicts: If you are working with multiple data sources or InfoObjects, there may be conflicts in how characteristics are defined across these sources.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Definitions: Check the definitions of the characteristics involved. Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to use as an attribute is not already assigned to another characteristic.
  Modify Attribute Assignments: If the characteristic is already used as an attribute of another characteristic, you may need to remove it from that assignment before you can use it elsewhere.
  Redesign the Data Model: If the current design is causing conflicts, consider redesigning the data model to avoid overlapping uses of characteristics.
  Use Unique Characteristics: If possible, create a new characteristic that can serve the purpose you need without conflicting with existing ones.
  Check for Hierarchies: If you are working with hierarchies, ensure that the hierarchy definitions do not conflict with the characteristic assignments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidelines on characteristic and attribute definitions in SAP BW or HANA.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze and modify InfoObjects and their attributes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G00862 error and ensure that your data model is correctly defined without conflicts.