How To Fix UCFL106 - Characteristic '&3' already in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFL - Messages for Step/Layout Maintenance

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Characteristic '&3' already in use

What causes this issue?

You have selected characteristic "&SYST-MSGV3&" for fast entry and for
entry in the detail screen for component "
&SYST-MSGV1&" in step "&SYST-MSGV2&". But the characteristic can only be
entered once.

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?

Remove characteristic "&SYST-MSGV3&" from the step's detail screen or
from fast entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFL106 - Characteristic '&3' already in use ?

  The SAP error message UCFL106 indicates that a characteristic (in this case, represented by &3) is already in use in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic in a way that conflicts with existing data or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system.
  Active Usage: The characteristic is currently being used in one or more contexts, such as in a classification system, material master, or other related objects.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings that prevent the creation or modification of the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) to check if the characteristic already exists. If it does, you may need to modify the existing characteristic instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Usage:
  
  Determine where the characteristic is being used. You can check if it is assigned to any classes, materials, or other objects. If it is in use, you may need to remove it from those objects before making changes.
  
  
  
  Modify Instead of Create:
  
  If the characteristic already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing characteristic rather than creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing characteristics and classifications.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Create/Change Characteristic), CL02 (Change Class), and CL03 (Display Class).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on characteristics and classification management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCFL106 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.