How To Fix ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL185 - Used On Assembly (UOA) &2:&1 repeated in input - rejected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL - Message Class for SPEC 2000 IP Upload API

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Used On Assembly (UOA) &2:&1 repeated in input - rejected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL185 - Used On Assembly (UOA) &2:&1 repeated in input - rejected ?

  The SAP error message ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL185 indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed in the context of the Used On Assembly (UOA) functionality. Specifically, the message states that the input data has repeated entries, which is causing the system to reject the input.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The input data contains duplicate entries for the same component or assembly. This can happen if the same part number or assembly is listed multiple times in the input data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the source system or during the data transfer process, leading to repeated records.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the expected input format or data structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Data: Review the input data for duplicates. Ensure that each component or assembly is listed only once. You can use tools like Excel or database queries to identify and remove duplicates.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before processing the input to ensure that duplicates are caught early in the process.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the Used On Assembly functionality in SAP. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no constraints that could lead to this error.
  
  
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider implementing error handling in your data processing logic to manage such cases more gracefully.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the ADS2KIPUPL API and the Used On Assembly functionality for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the ADS2KIPUPL API or the specific error message. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module).
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.