How To Fix >3551 - Alt./add. recipient: Both direct input and correction

>3551 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Alt./add. recipient: Both direct input and correction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3551 - Alt./add. recipient: Both direct input and correction ?

  The SAP error message 3551 typically relates to issues with the recipient data in the context of direct input and correction processes. This error often occurs when there is a conflict between the data being processed and the existing data in the system, particularly when trying to add or modify recipient information.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Alt./add. recipient: Both direct input and correction" indicates that there is an attempt to perform both a direct input and a correction for the same recipient simultaneously. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Data Duplication: The system detects that the recipient data being entered already exists in the database, leading to a conflict.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being inputted may not conform to the expected format or structure, causing the system to reject it.
  Transaction Conflicts: There may be ongoing transactions or processes that are locking the recipient data, preventing changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take