How To Fix CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES161 - Multiple positions for material &1, first updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES - Messages in CDESK Services

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Multiple positions for material &1, first updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES161 - Multiple positions for material &1, first updated ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES161 indicates that there are multiple positions (or entries) for a specific material in the system, and the system is informing you that it has updated the first one it encountered. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of sales orders, purchase orders, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The primary cause of this error is the existence of multiple entries for the same material in the relevant database table. This could be due to:
  
  Duplicate records created by data entry errors.
  Multiple stock locations or batches for the same material.
  Different configurations or variants of the same material.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the system configuration may allow for multiple entries for the same material, leading to ambiguity in processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., MARA for material master data) for duplicate entries of the material in question.
  Analyze the entries to determine why multiple records exist.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or merge them based on business rules and data integrity requirements.
  Ensure that the data is consistent and that only one valid entry exists for the material.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the material management module to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle materials.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to review any custom developments that might be causing this issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP notes and documentation related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP's support portal for any notes related to this error message for additional insights or fixes.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to view and modify material records, as this can sometimes lead to confusion regarding data integrity.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.