How To Fix 06543 - Reference and target are identical (please check your input)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 543

• Message text: Reference and target are identical (please check your input)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06543 - Reference and target are identical (please check your input) ?

  The SAP error message "06543 Reference and target are identical (please check your input)" typically occurs in the context of data transfer or mapping processes, such as when you are trying to create a reference to a target object in a configuration or data transfer scenario. This error indicates that the system has detected that the reference and target you are trying to set are the same, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Identical Reference and Target: The most common cause of this error is that the reference object you are trying to use is the same as the target object. For example, if you are trying to map a field to itself, the system will raise this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings where the reference and target should be different but have been mistakenly set to the same value.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error or oversight