How To Fix >2795 - Selection value &1 exists more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 795

• Message text: Selection value &1 exists more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2795 - Selection value &1 exists more than once ?

  The SAP error message 2795 ("Selection value &1 exists more than once") typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection criteria in a report or transaction. This error indicates that the system has found multiple entries for a selection value that should be unique, leading to ambiguity in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the selection value (e.g., a material number, customer ID, etc.) exists multiple times in the database table being queried.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria may not be specific enough, leading to multiple matches.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues in the database, such as duplicate records that should not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database table for duplicate entries of the selection value.
  For example, if the error is related to a material number, check the MARA table for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: 
  
  Modify the selection criteria in the report or transaction to ensure it is specific enough to return a single unique value.
  This may involve adding additional filters or parameters.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If duplicates are found and they should not exist, consider cleaning up the data. This may involve deleting or merging duplicate records, depending on the business rules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the expected input and any constraints on the selection values.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Data Model: Understanding the data model and relationships between tables can help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.