How To Fix SCPR454 - Activity '&1' is already in the BC Set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 454

• Message text: Activity '&1' is already in the BC Set

What causes this issue?

The activity '&V2&' is already in the BC Set and has not been entered
again.
The selected table/view '&V4&' is maintained with the customizing
object '&V3&' in this activity.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go to this activity and choose data records with this customizing
object. Save the BC Set.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR454 - Activity '&1' is already in the BC Set ?

  The SAP error message SCPR454 indicates that there is an attempt to add an activity (or object) to a Business Configuration Set (BC Set) that is already included in that BC Set. This typically occurs during the configuration or customization process in SAP, particularly when working with BC Sets, which are used to transport configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The activity you are trying to add is already present in the specified BC Set.
  There may be a misunderstanding about the contents of the BC Set, leading to an attempt to add duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCPR454 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the BC Set Contents:
  
  Review the contents of the BC Set to confirm that the activity you are trying to add is indeed already included. You can do this by using transaction code SCPR20 (BC Set Management) to display the contents of the BC Set.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that the activity is already present and you still need to make changes, consider whether you need to remove the existing entry or modify it instead of adding a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Modify the Existing Activity:
  
  If the goal is to change the configuration of the existing activity, you can modify the existing entry rather than trying to add it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific BC Set you are working with to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If you are working in a transport environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly set up and that there are no issues with the transport of BC Sets.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BC Sets: Business Configuration Sets are used in SAP to bundle configuration settings that can be transported between different systems (e.g., from development to production).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SCPR20 for managing BC Sets and SCPR10 for creating or modifying them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCPR454 error and continue with your configuration tasks in SAP.