How To Fix VSCE475 - Characteristic &1 is displayed in several characteristic groups

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is displayed in several characteristic groups

What causes this issue?

Displaying a characteristic in multiple characteristic groups is not
supported in the IPC.

System Response

The assignments of the characteristic are copied into the knowledge
base. However, in the configuration interface of the IPC, the
characteristic is displayed in only one group.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE475 - Characteristic &1 is displayed in several characteristic groups ?

  The SAP error message VSCE475 indicates that a characteristic is assigned to multiple characteristic groups, which can lead to confusion or conflicts in the configuration process. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration, where characteristics are used to define product variants.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that a single characteristic has been assigned to more than one characteristic group. In SAP Variant Configuration, each characteristic should ideally belong to only one characteristic group to maintain clarity and avoid conflicts during the configuration of products.
  Solution:
  To resolve the VSCE475 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Characteristic: Determine which characteristic is causing the error. The error message will specify the characteristic name (represented as &1).
  
  
  Check Characteristic Groups: Go to the configuration of the characteristic in the SAP system and check which characteristic groups it is assigned to.
  
  
  Reassign the Characteristic:
  
  Decide which characteristic group is the most appropriate for the characteristic.
  Remove the characteristic from the additional characteristic groups where it is not needed.
  Ensure that the characteristic is only assigned to one characteristic group.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After making the changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the product configuration works as expected.
  
  
  Documentation: Document the changes made for future reference and to maintain clarity in the configuration setup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) and CU60 (to maintain characteristic groups) to manage characteristics and their assignments.
  Variant Configuration: Understanding the principles of variant configuration in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. Familiarize yourself with how characteristics and characteristic groups interact.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCE475 error and ensure that your variant configuration is set up correctly.