How To Fix OC232 - Storage object characteristic segment ID already exists

OC232 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OC - IS-Oil: BDRP Bulk Distribution Requirement Planning messages

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Storage object characteristic segment ID already exists

What causes this issue?

The system tried to create a new storage object characteristic segment
with a key which already exists on the database. This is, or course, a
major problem.

System Response

The system cancels processing.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

OC232 - Details

• The SAP error message OC232, which states "Storage object characteristic segment ID already exists," typically occurs in the context of managing storage objects and their characteristics in the SAP system, particularly in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a storage object characteristic segment ID that already exists in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a new characteristic segment with an ID that is already in use.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or system upgrades, duplicate entries may inadvertently be created.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings or manual entries that do not adhere to the uniqueness constraints of the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OC232 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Segment IDs:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the existing entries in the relevant database