How To Fix 67278 - Master number assignment is not clear and unmistakeable

67278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67 - Loans Messages - Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Master number assignment is not clear and unmistakeable

What causes this issue?

Several entries in table TZN02 have the editing indicator 'C'.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The master number assignment for the object is not unique.

How to fix this error?

Make sure the entries in table TZN02 do not have the same editing
indicator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

67278 - Details

• The SAP error message 67278, "Master number assignment is not clear and unmistakable," typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when dealing with master records such as materials, customers, or vendors. This error indicates that there is ambiguity in the assignment of a master number, which can arise from various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries in the system that match the criteria for the master number assignment, leading to confusion about which entry should be used.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data that are necessary for the system to determine a unique master number may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for number ranges or master data assignment may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from clearly identifying the correct master number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the existing master records