How To Fix COM_DIFF_KEY025 - Key type & is assigned to multiple object types

COM_DIFF_KEY025 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DIFF_KEY - Messages for Differentiation Key

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Key type & is assigned to multiple object types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DIFF_KEY025 - Key type & is assigned to multiple object types ?

  The SAP error message COM_DIFF_KEY025 indicates that a key type is assigned to multiple object types, which is not allowed in the system. This typically occurs in the context of configuration or master data management, particularly in the areas of controlling (CO) or materials management (MM).
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a key type (such as a cost center, internal order, or any other object type) is incorrectly configured to be associated with more than one object type. In SAP, each key type should uniquely correspond to a single object type to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion in reporting and processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Key Type: Determine which key type is causing the issue. The error message will usually specify the key type in question.
  
  
  Check Assignments: Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP to check the assignments of the key type. This can typically