How To Fix AD_IW003 - More than one product structure exists for the sales order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD_IW - Message Class for Inspection Workbench

• Message number: 003

• Message text: More than one product structure exists for the sales order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD_IW003 - More than one product structure exists for the sales order ?

  The SAP error message AD_IW003, which states "More than one product structure exists for the sales order," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing when the system finds multiple product structures (or variants) associated with a particular sales order. This can happen in scenarios where configurable products are involved, and the system is unable to determine which specific product structure to use.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Configurations: The sales order may have been created for a configurable product that has multiple valid configurations or variants.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the product may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in the product structure.
  Incorrect Sales Order Entry: The sales order may have been entered incorrectly, leading to multiple product structures being associated with it.
  Changes in Product Structure: If there have been recent changes to the product structure or configuration settings, it may lead to multiple valid structures being available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Sales Order: Check the sales order for any inconsistencies or errors in the configuration. Ensure that the correct product variant is selected.
  Check Product Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the product in question. Ensure that the product master data is correctly set up and that there are no duplicate configurations.
  Use Configuration Profile: If applicable, use a configuration profile to guide the selection of the correct product structure.
  Consult with Master Data Management: If the issue persists, consult with the team responsible for maintaining product master data to ensure that there are no discrepancies or issues with the product structures.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes and documentation for any known issues or updates related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA02 (Change Sales Order) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to review and modify the sales order.
  Configuration Management: Familiarize yourself with the configuration management in SAP, especially if you are dealing with configurable products.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.