How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL124 - Characteristic &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Characteristic &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL124 - Characteristic &1 already exists ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_CHAR_VAL124 - Characteristic &1 already exists
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or assign a characteristic value that already exists in the system. In SAP, characteristics are used in classification and variant configuration, and each characteristic value must be unique within the context of that characteristic.
  For example, if you attempt to create a characteristic value "Red" for the characteristic "Color," but "Red" already exists as a value for "Color," the system will throw this error.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During creation of characteristic values in transaction CT04 (Create Characteristic Value).
  When uploading or mass-maintaining characteristic values via batch input or LSMW.
  When assigning characteristic values in variant configuration or classification.
  When customizing or maintaining classification data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Values:
  
  Go to transaction CT04.
  Enter the characteristic name.
  Check the list of existing characteristic values.
  Confirm if the value you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Use Existing Value:
  
  If the value already exists, use the existing characteristic value instead of creating a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Create a New Unique Value:
  
  If you need a different value, create a new characteristic value with a unique name or code.
  
  
  
  Data Upload / Batch Input:
  
  If the error occurs during data upload, check your source data for duplicates.
  Remove or correct duplicate entries before re-uploading.
  
  
  
  Check for Case Sensitivity:
  
  Sometimes, values may appear different due to case sensitivity or trailing spaces. Ensure the value is truly unique.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 - Create/Change Characteristic Value
  CL02 - Change Characteristic
  CL20N - Classification Data Maintenance
  
  
  Tables:
  
  CABN - Characteristics
  CAWN - Characteristic Values
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Ensure consistent naming conventions for characteristic values.
  Avoid duplicates to maintain data integrity in classification and variant configuration.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where the error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.