How To Fix R7199 - Text from attribute &1 occurs twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Text from attribute &1 occurs twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7199 - Text from attribute &1 occurs twice ?

  The SAP error message R7199, which states "Text from attribute &1 occurs twice," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values in classification objects. This error indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a text attribute in the classification data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by having two or more entries for the same text attribute in the classification system. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The same text attribute has been assigned multiple times to a classification object.
  Data Import Issues: If data is imported from external sources, it may lead to duplicates if the import process does not handle existing data correctly.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the classification setup can lead to duplicate attributes being defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7199 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Go to the classification data for the object in question and review the attributes assigned.
  Look for any duplicate entries for the text attribute specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates are found, remove the redundant entries so that each text attribute appears only once.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error arises from data import, ensure that the data being imported is validated to prevent duplicates.
  Use tools or scripts to clean up the data before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the classification system to ensure that attributes are defined correctly and that there are no overlaps or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the classification object again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage classification data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on classification and attributes management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R7199 error in your SAP system.