How To Fix WRF_PCM069 - IDoc segment E1BPPRODCHARACT contains characteristic that already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PCM - Price Catalog Inbound

• Message number: 069

• Message text: IDoc segment E1BPPRODCHARACT contains characteristic that already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PCM069 - IDoc segment E1BPPRODCHARACT contains characteristic that already exists ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PCM069 indicates that there is a problem with the IDoc segment E1BPPRODCHARACT, specifically that it contains a characteristic that already exists. This typically occurs during the processing of IDocs related to product master data, particularly when trying to upload or update product characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Characteristics: The most common cause of this error is that the IDoc is attempting to create or update a product characteristic that already exists for the specified product. This can happen if the IDoc contains multiple entries for the same characteristic or if the characteristic is already defined in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect IDoc Structure: The structure of the IDoc may not be correctly defined, leading to the inclusion of duplicate characteristics.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data being sent in the IDoc, such as incorrect mappings or data that does not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Data: Review the IDoc data to identify any duplicate entries for the characteristic in question. Ensure that each characteristic is unique for the product being processed.
  
  
  Modify IDoc Structure: If the IDoc is being generated programmatically, ensure that the logic used to create the IDoc does not inadvertently create duplicate characteristics.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks before sending the IDoc to ensure that no duplicate characteristics are included. This can be done by querying the existing characteristics for the product in the SAP system before generating the IDoc.
  
  
  Error Handling: If duplicates are found, handle them appropriately by either removing the duplicates or updating the existing characteristic instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to IDoc processing and product characteristics for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Monitoring: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to monitor IDocs and check for errors. This can help you identify the specific IDoc that is causing the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to understand how characteristics are managed in the product master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message WRF_PCM069 for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.