How To Fix WRF_APC105 - Characteristic value &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Characteristic value &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC105 - Characteristic value &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message WRF_APC105: Characteristic value &1 already exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or Classification when you try to create or save a characteristic value that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause
  
  You are attempting to create a characteristic value with a value that already exists for the same characteristic.
  SAP does not allow duplicate characteristic values within the same characteristic because each value must be unique to correctly identify and differentiate configuration options.
  This can happen during:
  
  Creation of characteristic values in transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  Upload or mass maintenance of characteristic values.
  When using BAPIs or custom programs that create characteristic values.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  Check existing characteristic values for the characteristic in question:
  
  Use transaction CT04 to display the characteristic.
  Check the list of existing values to confirm the value already exists.
  
  
  If the value already exists and you want to use it, do not create a duplicate; instead, use the existing value.
  If you intended to create a new, distinct value, choose a different, unique value.
  If the error occurs during a data upload or program execution, review the data source or program logic to avoid duplicate entries.
  In case of mass upload, consider:
  
  Removing duplicates from the source file.
  Using SAP tools like LSMW or BDC with proper validation.
  
  
  If the characteristic value is supposed to be unique but the system shows duplicates, check for data inconsistencies or database issues and consider running consistency checks or contacting SAP support.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 – Create/Change Characteristic
  CL20N – Display Characteristic Values
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to variant configuration and characteristic value management for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  Characteristic values must be unique within a characteristic.
  If using external IDs or descriptions, ensure they do not conflict.
  
  
  Programming:
  
  When using BAPIs like BAPI_OBJCL_CREATE or BAPI_OBJCL_CHANGE, ensure the characteristic values are unique.
  
  
  Error Message Documentation:
  
  You can find the message text and details in transaction SE91 by entering message class WRF_APC and message number 105.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WRF_APC105: Characteristic value &1 already exists
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to create a duplicate characteristic value for the same characteristic
  
  
  Solution
  Use an existing value or create a unique new value; check and clean data before upload
  
  
  Transactions
  CT04, CL20N, SE91
  
  
  Notes
  Ensure uniqueness of characteristic values; review upload/program logic if applicable
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, process, or program where the error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance.