How To Fix R7175 - Attribute &1 already exists for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Attribute &1 already exists for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7175 - Attribute &1 already exists for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7175 indicates that there is an attempt to create or assign an attribute to a characteristic that already has that attribute defined. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics and their attributes are used to define the properties of objects in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to assign an attribute to a characteristic that already has that attribute assigned.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the configuration or data model that is causing the conflict.
  The attribute you are trying to assign is already linked to the characteristic in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7175 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Attributes:
  
  Go to the characteristic in question and check the list of attributes already assigned to it. You can do this through the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CL02 for changing characteristics).
  Verify if the attribute you are trying to assign is already listed.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignment:
  
  If the attribute is already assigned, you may need to remove the duplicate assignment or modify your process to avoid reassigning the same attribute.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your configuration settings do not have any inconsistencies or duplicates that could lead to this error.
  Check for any custom developments or enhancements that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and attributes for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the assignment again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL01 (Create Characteristic)
  CL02 (Change Characteristic)
  CL03 (Display Characteristic)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to classification and attributes that might address this issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R7175 error and implement a solution to resolve it.