How To Fix /PLMI/BO_RSP039 - Specification &1 with component type &2 already exists in the composition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_RSP -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Specification &1 with component type &2 already exists in the composition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RSP039 - Specification &1 with component type &2 already exists in the composition ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RSP039 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a specification in the SAP system, but a specification with the same name and component type already exists in the composition. This typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Recipe Management.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Specification: The error is primarily caused by trying to create a new specification that has the same name and component type as an existing one in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the creation of a duplicate specification.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system settings or configurations may lead to unexpected behavior, causing duplicates to be recognized incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Specifications: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you are trying to create or modify the specification.
  Search for existing specifications using the same name and component type to confirm if a duplicate exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Specification: 
  
  If a duplicate is found, consider modifying the existing specification instead of creating a new one. This may involve updating the details or components of the existing specification.
  
  
  
  Rename New Specification: 
  
  If you need to create a new specification, consider using a different name or component type to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If duplicates are found that should not exist, you may need to clean up the data by deleting or archiving unnecessary specifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to specification management to ensure compliance with naming conventions and component types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C202 (Create Material Specification) or C203 (Change Material Specification) to manage specifications effectively.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify specifications in the system.
  Best Practices: Implement best practices for naming conventions and documentation to minimize the risk of duplicate specifications in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage specifications effectively within your SAP environment.