How To Fix WY092 - Characteristic value & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Characteristic value & already exists

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain a characteristic value to which a vendor
characteristic value has already been assigned.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the existing assignment or enter another characteristic
value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY092 - Characteristic value & already exists ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WY092 - Characteristic value & already exists
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or assign a characteristic value in SAP that already exists in the system. In other words, the system is preventing the creation of duplicate characteristic values for a given characteristic because the value you are trying to enter is not unique.
  This typically happens in the context of Classification (CL) or Variant Configuration (VC) where characteristics and their values are maintained.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Characteristics in SAP are used to classify objects or define variants.
  Each characteristic can have multiple characteristic values.
  Characteristic values must be unique within a characteristic.
  If you attempt to create a characteristic value that already exists, SAP throws the WY092 error to avoid duplication.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Values:
  
  Before creating a new characteristic value, check if the value already exists.
  Use transaction CT04 (Maintain Characteristics) or CL20N (Change Class) to view existing characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Value:
  
  If the value already exists, use the existing characteristic value instead of creating a new one.
  If you need a new value, ensure it is unique and does not duplicate an existing one.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Verify that there are no typos or formatting issues causing the system to interpret the value as a duplicate.
  Sometimes leading/trailing spaces or case sensitivity might cause confusion.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or Client Issues:
  
  If the characteristic values were transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and consistent.
  Sometimes inconsistencies between clients or systems can cause this error.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 - Maintain Characteristics
  CT05 - Maintain Characteristic Values
  CL20N - Change Class
  CL02 - Change Class
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  CABN - Characteristics
  CAWN - Characteristic Values
  
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:
  
  SAP Notes related to classification and variant configuration may provide additional insights.
  Check SAP Help Portal for Classification and Variant Configuration guides.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Attempt to create a characteristic value that already exists.
  Solution: Use an existing value or create a unique new value.
  Check: Existing values in CT04/CT05, ensure no duplicates, correct data entry.
  
  
  If you provide the exact scenario or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.