How To Fix USMDZ3261 - &1 &2 Consolidation characteristic "&3" already exists with same values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ3 - Nachrichtenklasse zum UI des User-Interfaces

• Message number: 261

• Message text: &1 &2 Consolidation characteristic "&3" already exists with same values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3261 - &1 &2 Consolidation characteristic "&3" already exists with same values ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3261 indicates that there is a conflict in the consolidation characteristics during the data processing in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that a consolidation characteristic with the same values already exists, which is causing a duplication issue.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or SAP Consolidation processes when:
  
  You are trying to create or update a consolidation characteristic that already exists in the system with the same values.
  There may be a data entry error where the same characteristic is being inadvertently duplicated.
  The system is enforcing uniqueness constraints on certain fields, and the values being entered violate these constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you are trying to create or modify the consolidation characteristic.
  Look for the existing characteristics and verify if the one you are trying to create already exists with the same values.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find that the characteristic already exists, you can either modify the existing entry if it needs to be updated or delete the duplicate entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Values:
  
  If you need to create a new characteristic, ensure that the values you are entering are unique and do not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to consolidation characteristics to understand the rules and constraints that apply.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings for consolidation characteristics to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no unintended constraints.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Master Data Governance and Consolidation, such as MDG transactions or those related to data maintenance.
  Data Governance: Understanding the principles of data governance in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future by ensuring data integrity and consistency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.