How To Fix >A111 - Higher level position of &3 level for object &1&2 is not unique

>A111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Higher level position of &3 level for object &1&2 is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A111 - Higher level position of &3 level for object &1&2 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message A111 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a higher-level position in the organizational structure. Specifically, it means that the system has found multiple higher-level positions for the specified object, which leads to ambiguity. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with organizational management (OM) or personnel administration.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Non-unique Higher-Level Positions: There are multiple higher-level positions defined for the same object (e.g., a position or employee) in the organizational structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The organizational structure may not be configured correctly, leading to overlapping or duplicate entries.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect relationships between positions or organizational units.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  Use transaction codes like PPOME (Change Organization and Staffing) or PPOSE (Display Organization and Staffing) to review the organizational