How To Fix ISU_UIL218 - The charac. name &1 is already mapped to an operand of the ref. prod. &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_UIL - Message class for UPIL

• Message number: 218

• Message text: The charac. name &1 is already mapped to an operand of the ref. prod. &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_UIL218 - The charac. name &1 is already mapped to an operand of the ref. prod. &2. ?

  The SAP error message ISU_UIL218 indicates that there is a conflict in the mapping of characteristic names to operands in the context of reference products in the SAP IS-U (Utilities) module. This typically occurs when you are trying to map a characteristic to an operand that is already associated with another characteristic in the same reference product.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to map a characteristic (denoted as &1) to an operand of a reference product (denoted as &2) when that characteristic is already mapped to another operand. This can happen during configuration changes, data uploads, or when setting up reference products in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Mappings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the reference product in question.
  Review the existing mappings of characteristics to operands to identify where the conflict is occurring.
  
  
  
  Identify Conflicting Characteristics:
  
  Determine which characteristic is already mapped to the operand you are trying to use. This will help you understand the current setup and where the conflict lies.
  
  
  
  Modify Mappings:
  
  If necessary, change the mapping of the conflicting characteristic to a different operand that does not cause a conflict.
  Alternatively, if the mapping is incorrect, you may need to remove or adjust the existing mapping to allow for the new mapping you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the reference product functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to the mappings for future reference and to assist other users who may encounter similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to reference product configuration, such as ISU_REF_PROD or similar, to navigate the settings more efficiently.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the reference product configurations, as some settings may be restricted based on user roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.