How To Fix CB517 - Order item for material & is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Order item for material & is not unique

What causes this issue?

With the selected process message, a goods receipt for an order is
reported to the warehouse (destination &V2&). However, the message
cannot be uniquely assigned to an order item as
in the corresponding order, more than one order item exists for the
material contained in the message (co-product manufacture),
the message contains neither a phase nor an operation number

System Response

The goods receipt is posted to the first item which is found for the
material.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB517 - Order item for material & is not unique ?

  The SAP error message CB517 ("Order item for material & is not unique") typically occurs in the context of production orders, process orders, or similar scenarios where the system is trying to identify a specific order item for a given material, but finds multiple entries that match the criteria. This can lead to confusion in processing and is often related to issues with order management or data integrity.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple order items for the same material in the system, which can happen due to incorrect data entry or system errors.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the order types or material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in identifying unique order items.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or incomplete data that cause the system to find multiple matches.
  User Input Errors: Users may inadvertently create multiple orders for the same material without realizing it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the order items associated with the material in question. Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to check for duplicate entries.
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, determine which entries are valid and remove or archive the unnecessary ones to ensure uniqueness.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the order types and material master data to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with a functional consultant or SAP Basis team.
  Use Unique Identifiers: Ensure that when creating orders, unique identifiers (like order numbers) are used to prevent overlaps.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message or related issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO03, CO02, and others related to order management.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices in order management and data integrity.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on proper order entry procedures to minimize the risk of creating duplicate entries.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP order management for further assistance.