How To Fix G00870 - Sequence number &1 already used by char &2

G00870 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Sequence number &1 already used by char &2

What causes this issue?

You want to assign sequence no. &V1& for characteristic &V3&. This
sequence number is already used for characteristic &V2&.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Choose a different sequence number for characteristic &V3&.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00870 - Sequence number &1 already used by char &2 ?

  The SAP error message G00870, which states "Sequence number &1 already used by char &2," typically occurs in the context of handling characteristics in SAP, particularly in the areas of variant configuration or classification. This error indicates that the sequence number you are trying to assign to a characteristic is already in use by another characteristic.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Sequence Number: The sequence number you are trying to assign to a characteristic is already assigned to another characteristic in the same context (e.g., within the same class or configuration).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry where the same sequence number was inadvertently assigned to multiple characteristics.
  
  Configuration Issues: If you are working with variant configuration, there may be issues with how characteristics are defined or linked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: Review the characteristics in the relevant class or configuration to identify which characteristic is currently using the sequence number you are