How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD402 - Same rule as in line &1 added twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Same rule as in line &1 added twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD402 - Same rule as in line &1 added twice ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD402 indicates that there is a duplicate entry in the configuration of the launchpad rules. Specifically, it means that the same rule has been added more than once for a particular line item in the launchpad configuration.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The same rule has been defined multiple times in the launchpad configuration.
  Configuration Errors: There may be an oversight during the configuration process where the same rule was unintentionally added more than once.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Launchpad Configuration:
  
  Go to the launchpad configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Check the rules defined for the launchpad and look for any duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  Identify the duplicate entries and remove the redundant rule(s) so that each rule is unique.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making changes, validate the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  Test the launchpad to confirm that it functions as expected without the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the configuration for future reference and to prevent similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Launchpad Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the launchpad to understand the configuration rules better.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that each rule is unique and properly configured, you should be able to resolve the APB_LAUNCHPAD402 error effectively.