How To Fix VCH_HL_EXT_CPROFILE006 - Multiple configuration profiles exist for material &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_EXT_CPROFILE - Exception messages for master data access: conf profile

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Multiple configuration profiles exist for material &.

What causes this issue?

Multiple configuration profiles with processing mode Advanced Variant
Configuration (AVC) are maintained for the given material <(>&<)>V1&.
The system recognized these multiple profiles when loading the profile
master data for the configuration session.

System Response

The system automatically selects the AVC configuration profile with the
highest maintained priority. Profiles with lower priority are discarded.

How to fix this error?

It is recommended to have a single configuration profile maintained with
processing mode Advanced Variant Configuration (AVC) for consistent
selection of the desired configuration profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_CPROFILE006 - Multiple configuration profiles exist for material &. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_CPROFILE006 indicates that there are multiple configuration profiles associated with a specific material. This situation typically arises in the context of variant configuration in SAP, where a material can have different configurations based on various characteristics.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Multiple Configuration Profiles: The material in question has been assigned more than one configuration profile. This can happen if the material is set up incorrectly or if there are legacy data issues.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect settings in the configuration profiles or the material master.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material may not be properly defined, leading to ambiguity in which profile should be used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profiles:
  
  Go to the configuration profile settings for the material in question.
  Use transaction code CU50 (Configuration Profile) to view the profiles assigned to the material.
  Identify and review the configuration profiles that are linked to the material.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Profiles:
  
  If you find multiple profiles that are not needed, you can remove or deactivate the unnecessary profiles.
  Ensure that only one valid configuration profile is active for the material.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the configuration settings and ensure that they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to variant configuration to ensure that you are following best practices for setting up configuration profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or change a sales order or production order for the material to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration profiles and material master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS01: Create BOM (Bill of Materials)
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on variant configuration and configuration profiles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.