How To Fix 3G211 - There are several creditors with the search key &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 211

• Message text: There are several creditors with the search key &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

Several vendor accounts can be assigned to the search key
Company code: &V1&
Table: &V2&
Field: &V3&
Matchcode: &V4&
However, for posting, it is necessary to specify a unique account.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G211 - There are several creditors with the search key &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message 3G211 indicates that there are multiple creditors (vendors) that match the search criteria you provided. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a unique vendor identification, but the system finds more than one vendor that fits the search key parameters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unique Search Criteria: The search keys you entered (like vendor name, address, or other identifiers) are too broad or not specific enough, leading to multiple matches in the vendor master data.
  Data Duplication: There may be duplicate vendor records in the system that share similar attributes, causing confusion during the search.
  Incorrect Input: The search keys might have been entered incorrectly, leading to unintended matches.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Search Criteria: Modify your search criteria to be more specific. Use additional fields or more precise values to narrow down the search results.
  Check Vendor Master Data: Review the vendor master data for duplicates or similar entries. If duplicates