How To Fix VMP_MSG315 - Selected Node is already present in working panel

VMP_MSG315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Selected Node is already present in working panel

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG315 - Selected Node is already present in working panel ?

  SAP Error Message:
  VMP_MSG315 Selected Node is already present in working panel
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when you try to add or select a node (characteristic or object node) in the configuration model or work panel that is already present. Essentially, the system prevents duplicate entries of the same node in the working panel because each node should be unique within that context.
  
  Explanation:
  
  In the Variant Configuration workbench or during configuration modeling, nodes represent characteristics, classes, or objects.
  The working panel is the area where you build or modify the configuration model.
  If you attempt to add a node that has already been added to the working panel, SAP throws this error to avoid redundancy and potential conflicts.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Nodes:
  Review the nodes already present in the working panel to confirm that the node you want to add is indeed already there.
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Addition:
  Do not add the same node twice. If you