How To Fix CM_SDM_API033 - Definition for comp. check already exists: Only one allowed per profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SDM_API - Messages of HANA DB 2 ABAP mapping service

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Definition for comp. check already exists: Only one allowed per profile

What causes this issue?

You are trying to create a material shortage definition to check the
uncovered components for manufacturing orders (production and process
orders). However, a material shortage definition for checking components
already exists for this shortage profile. Since, for consistency
purposes, each shortage profile can only contain one definition for
checking components, you cannot create another one.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SDM_API033 - Definition for comp. check already exists: Only one allowed per profile ?

  The SAP error message CM_SDM_API033 indicates that there is an attempt to create or define a component check in the System Data Management (SDM) that already exists for a specific profile. This error typically arises when you try to add a second definition for a component check that is already defined for the same profile, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a component check defined for the specified profile in the system. SAP allows only one definition of a component check per profile.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the same component check is being inadvertently defined multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Definitions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (such as SDM or SPRO) and check the existing component checks defined for the profile in question.
  Look for any duplicate entries that may have been created.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Duplicates:
  
  If you find a duplicate definition, you can either remove it or modify it as needed. Ensure that only one definition exists for the component check in the profile.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the component checks to ensure that they are set up correctly and that no unintended duplicates are being created.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure component checks and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the component check functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration) and SDM (for system data management) to navigate through the settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_SDM_API033 error and ensure that your component checks are correctly configured in SAP.