How To Fix B1416 - Object type & is assigned to fields from more than one segment type

B1416 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 416

• Message text: Object type & is assigned to fields from more than one segment type

What causes this issue?

The object type &V1& has been assigned to fields from more than one
segment type (assignment to a message). However, object types for
serialization and lists must be assigned to fields from one segment
when assigning an object type to a message.

How to fix this error?

Use another object type or change the assignment of the object type to
the message.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1416 - Object type & is assigned to fields from more than one segment type ?

  The SAP error message B1416 indicates that an object type is assigned to fields from more than one segment type in a data structure, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of IDocs or data structures where a specific object type should be uniquely associated with a single segment type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Segment Assignments: The object type is being referenced in multiple segments, which can happen if the data structure is incorrectly defined or if there are overlapping definitions in the IDoc or data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the IDoc or the data structure may have been set up incorrectly, leading to the same object type being assigned to different segments.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or updates to the IDoc structure may have introduced conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the IDoc Structure: Check the IDoc definition and ensure that the object type is only assigned to one segment. You