How To Fix 5C094 - Child number &1 occurs more than once in system with different subtypes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Child number &1 occurs more than once in system with different subtypes

What causes this issue?

The child cannot be identified uniquely in the system.

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?

Manually enter the SI number for the correct child into the system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C094 - Child number &1 occurs more than once in system with different subtypes ?

  The SAP error message 5C094, which states "Child number &1 occurs more than once in system with different subtypes," typically arises in the context of hierarchical data structures, such as when dealing with master data or organizational structures in SAP. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the system where a child object (identified by the number &1) is associated with multiple parent objects or subtypes, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The child number (e.g., a material, customer, or vendor) is being assigned to multiple parent objects or subtypes, leading to ambiguity in the data structure.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been manual entries, it is possible that duplicates were created inadvertently.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the system settings or master data settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant tables (e.g., MARA for materials, KNA1 for customers) to identify where the child number is duplicated.
  Data Cleanup: Once duplicates are identified, you will need to decide which entries to keep and which to delete or modify. This may involve:
  
  Deleting unnecessary duplicates.
  Merging records if applicable.
  Correcting the subtype assignments.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the data structure to ensure that the rules governing the relationships between parent and child objects are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the data integrity is maintained.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that may help in analyzing the data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your data structure is consistent and free of duplicates.