How To Fix /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING012 - Duplicate selection parameter &1 found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Duplicate selection parameter &1 found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING012 - Duplicate selection parameter &1 found ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING012 Duplicate selection parameter &1 found typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there are duplicate parameters in the selection criteria of an interface configuration. This can happen when the same parameter is defined multiple times in the interface configuration, leading to ambiguity in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Parameters: The most common cause is that the same selection parameter has been defined more than once in the interface configuration.
  Configuration Errors: Errors in the configuration of the AIF interface, such as incorrect mapping or settings, can lead to this issue.
  Data Issues: If the data being processed contains duplicate entries for the selection parameters, it may trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Interface Configuration:
  
  Go to the AIF configuration for the specific interface that is generating the error.
  Review the selection parameters defined for the interface and ensure that each parameter is unique.
  Remove or rename any duplicate parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping:
  
  Check the mapping of the interface to ensure that there are no conflicts or duplicates in the mapping definitions.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure that there are no duplicate entries that could be causing the error.
  If duplicates are found, consider cleaning the data or adjusting the selection criteria to handle duplicates appropriately.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the interface again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to AIF for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  AIF Documentation: Review the official SAP AIF documentation for best practices in configuring interfaces and handling selection parameters.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING012 Duplicate selection parameter &1 found error in your SAP system.