How To Fix SLS_LORD072 - Characteristic &1 cannot be valuated more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Characteristic &1 cannot be valuated more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD072 - Characteristic &1 cannot be valuated more than once ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD072 indicates that a characteristic in a configuration or variant configuration scenario is being assigned multiple values, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of product configuration where a characteristic can only have one value assigned to it at a time.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A characteristic is being assigned a value more than once during the configuration process.
  There may be conflicting dependencies or rules that are causing the system to attempt to assign multiple values to the same characteristic.
  The configuration model may have been set up incorrectly, leading to this conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the product in question. Ensure that the characteristic in question is not being assigned multiple values in the configuration process.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Look for any dependencies or constraints that may be causing the characteristic to be evaluated multiple times. This includes checking for any user-defined dependencies or standard dependencies that may be conflicting.
  
  
  Debug the Configuration Process: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the configuration process to see where the characteristic is being assigned multiple values. This can help identify the root cause of the issue.
  
  
  Modify Characteristics: If necessary, modify the characteristics or their dependencies to ensure that each characteristic can only be assigned a single value.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring characteristics and resolving related errors.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the configuration process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to variant configuration in SAP to better understand how to manage characteristics and dependencies effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SLS_LORD072 error message in your SAP system.