How To Fix HSM_FILL012 - Several phrase sets are assigned to char. &1 in value assignment type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_FILL - HM: Hazardous Substance Master Filling

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Several phrase sets are assigned to char. &1 in value assignment type &2

What causes this issue?

The value of characteristic &V1& of the value assignment type &V2& is to
be filled as a phrase in the hazardous substance master. Several phrase
sets are assigned to this characteristic, however.

System Response

The system runs filling, but cannot check whether the value of this
characteristic is correct.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the assignment of the phrase sets to the characteristic
&V1& is correct. You can normally assign only one phrase set to a
characteristic.

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 HSM_FILL012 - Several phrase sets are assigned to char. &1 in value assignment type &2 ?

  The SAP error message HSM_FILL012 indicates that there are multiple phrase sets assigned to a characteristic in a specific value assignment type. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP's handling of characteristics and value assignments, particularly in the areas of classification and variant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A characteristic (denoted as &1) has been assigned more than one phrase set for a specific value assignment type (denoted as &2).
  This can happen due to configuration errors or inconsistencies in the setup of the characteristics and their associated phrase sets.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) or CT02 (for changing characteristics).
  Look for the characteristic that is causing the error (identified by &1).
  Review the assigned phrase sets and value assignment types.
  
  
  
  Review Phrase Set Assignments:
  
  Ensure that only one phrase set is assigned to the characteristic for the specified value assignment type.
  If multiple phrase sets are assigned, you will need to decide which one to keep and remove the others.
  
  
  
  Adjust Value Assignment Types:
  
  If necessary, adjust the value assignment types to ensure that they are correctly configured and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to maintain clarity in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04, CT02, and CL02 (for classes) to navigate through the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on characteristics, phrase sets, and value assignment types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.