How To Fix WXP192 - Attribute &1 is already being used as a plan characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Attribute &1 is already being used as a plan characteristic

What causes this issue?

You want to use attribute &V1& as the master data attribute of the
planning characteristic &V2&. This attribute is also a planning
characteristic, however. The characteristic refers to the same database
table &V3&. For technical reasons, this is not possible.

System Response

The assignment is not adopted.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP192 - Attribute &1 is already being used as a plan characteristic ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP192 - Attribute &1 is already being used as a plan characteristic
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to assign an attribute to a planning characteristic in SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization), but the attribute is already assigned to another planning characteristic. In SAP APO, an attribute can only be linked to one planning characteristic at a time. Attempting to assign the same attribute to multiple planning characteristics leads to this message.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Attribute: A data element that describes a characteristic in the system.
  Planning Characteristic: A characteristic used in planning books and data views for planning purposes.
  When you try to assign an attribute to a planning characteristic, SAP checks if the attribute is already linked to another planning characteristic.
  If yes, SAP issues the warning WXP192 to prevent duplicate assignments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction /SAPAPO/CHAR (or relevant customizing transaction for planning characteristics).
  Check which planning characteristic currently uses the attribute mentioned in the message.
  
  
  
  Decide on the Correct Assignment:
  
  If the attribute should be linked to the new planning characteristic, you need to remove it from the old one first.
  If the attribute is correctly assigned to the existing planning characteristic, then you should not assign it again.
  
  
  
  Remove or Change Assignment:
  
  Remove the attribute from the old planning characteristic if it is no longer needed there.
  Then assign it to the new planning characteristic.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making changes, save and activate the planning characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the change does not affect existing planning books or data views that rely on the old assignment.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a warning (WXP192), not an error, so it does not stop the process but indicates a potential conflict.
  Attributes are unique identifiers for characteristics in planning and should not be duplicated.
  Proper planning characteristic and attribute management is crucial for consistent planning data and reporting.
  If you are unsure about the impact of changing attribute assignments, consult with your APO functional consultant or SAP support.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attribute already assigned to another planning characteristic.
  
  
  Effect
  Warning message WXP192 displayed.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove attribute from old characteristic before assigning to new one.
  
  
  Transaction
  /SAPAPO/CHAR (or relevant customizing transaction)
  
  
  Note
  Attribute can only be assigned to one planning characteristic at a time.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further help, please provide the attribute name and the planning characteristics involved.