How To Fix 5Z226 - Combination of authority key & and reference no & assigned more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Combination of authority key & and reference no & assigned more than once

What causes this issue?

The authority key and the reference from the Pension Information
infotype (0406) are used as the key in the query records for the
pension office. This key is used to assign the returned information
records. The authority key &V1& and the reference &V2& were found in
the information records to be processed. This combination was not found
for any personnel number.

How to fix this error?

In the Pension Information infotype, assign the authority key and the
reference so that a personnel number can be uniquely identified from
the combination of both values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z226 - Combination of authority key & and reference no & assigned more than once ?

  The SAP error message 5Z226, which states "Combination of authority key & and reference no & assigned more than once," typically occurs in the context of authorization management, particularly when dealing with authority keys and reference numbers in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is a duplicate assignment of an authority key and reference number combination, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same authority key and reference number combination has been assigned to multiple records or users, which violates the uniqueness constraint in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the authorization objects or roles that lead to unintended duplicate assignments.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, it is possible that duplicates were introduced during this process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant tables (e.g., USR04, USR10) to identify where the duplicate combinations exist.
  Remove Duplicates: Once identified, you can either delete or modify the duplicate entries to ensure that each combination of authority key and reference number is unique.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of your authorization objects and roles to ensure that they are set up correctly and do not allow for duplicate assignments.
  Data Validation: If the issue arose from data migration, validate the data before migration to ensure that no duplicates exist.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to authorization management for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how SAP handles authorizations and roles can help prevent such issues. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of authorization objects, roles, and profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System) for managing authorizations and roles.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.