How To Fix MZ058 - Periodic analysis for exception & already exists (variant: &)

MZ058 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MZ - Message for the EWS in LIS

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Periodic analysis for exception & already exists (variant: &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MZ058 - Periodic analysis for exception & already exists (variant: &) ?

  The SAP error message MZ058, which states "Periodic analysis for exception & already exists (variant: &)," typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with periodic analysis or exception reporting.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a periodic analysis variant that already exists in the system. The system prevents the creation of duplicate entries to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion in reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Variants: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where you are trying to create or modify the periodic analysis variant.
  Look for the existing variants to see if the one you are trying to create already exists. You can usually do this by going to the variant management screen.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Variant:
  
  If you find that the variant already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying