How To Fix KG571 - Characteristic & was already defined as an attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Characteristic & was already defined as an attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG571 - Characteristic & was already defined as an attribute ?

  The SAP error message KG571 indicates that a characteristic you are trying to define in a certain context (like a planning or reporting scenario) has already been defined as an attribute in another context. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with InfoObjects, where a characteristic cannot be used in multiple roles simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The characteristic you are trying to use has already been defined as an attribute of another characteristic. In SAP BW, a characteristic can either be a standalone characteristic or an attribute of another characteristic, but not both at the same time.
  Modeling Conflicts: When modeling InfoObjects, if you attempt to assign a characteristic that is already an attribute of another InfoObject, this error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Definitions: Review the existing definitions of the characteristic in the InfoObject maintenance. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools and checking its attributes.
  Modify the Characteristic: If the characteristic is indeed defined as an attribute and you need it to be a standalone characteristic, you will need to remove it from the attribute list of the other characteristic.
  Reassign Attributes: If you need to keep the characteristic as an attribute, consider whether you can use a different characteristic or create a new one that can serve your purpose without causing conflicts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly define characteristics and attributes in your specific version of SAP BW.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Modeling: Understanding how to model InfoObjects, including characteristics and attributes, is crucial for effective data warehousing in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG571 error and continue with your SAP BW modeling tasks.