How To Fix ISSR_MD_ADMIN094 - Differentiation criterion &1 already used; no change possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR_MD_ADMIN - Master Data Management SR Supervision of Ins. Companies Act

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Differentiation criterion &1 already used; no change possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR_MD_ADMIN094 - Differentiation criterion &1 already used; no change possible ?

  The SAP error message ISSR_MD_ADMIN094 indicates that a differentiation criterion (in this case, represented by &1) is already in use, and therefore, no changes can be made to it. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Industry Solution for Insurance (SAP IS-Insurance) when you are trying to modify a differentiation criterion that is already associated with existing data or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Usage: The differentiation criterion you are trying to modify is already linked to existing records, such as policies, contracts, or other master data.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the differentiation criterion is being used. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or configurations in the SAP system.
  Remove Associations: If possible, remove or change the associations of the differentiation criterion in the relevant records before attempting to modify it.
  Create a New Criterion: If the existing criterion cannot be modified due to its usage, consider creating a new differentiation criterion instead of changing the existing one.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to differentiation criteria in your specific version of SAP IS-Insurance for more detailed guidance.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Differentiation Criteria: These are used in SAP IS-Insurance to categorize and differentiate between various insurance products, policies, or contracts based on specific attributes.
  Data Management: Understanding how differentiation criteria are linked to other data elements in your SAP system is crucial for effective data management and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your configuration or data management tasks in SAP.