How To Fix COM_PRSEARCH029 - Search criterion &1 can be used once only

COM_PRSEARCH029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRSEARCH - Messages for Search API

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Search criterion &1 can be used once only

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COM_PRSEARCH029 - Details

• The SAP error message COM_PRSEARCH029 indicates that a specific search criterion (denoted as &1) has been used more than once in a search operation, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of product search or selection processes within SAP, particularly in modules related to materials management or product lifecycle management.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to apply the same search criterion multiple times in a single search query. For example, if you are searching for products based on attributes like "Material Type" or "Vendor," and you inadvertently include the same attribute more than once, SAP will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review Search Criteria: Go through the search criteria you have set up for your query. Look for any duplicate entries of the same criterion.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: Eliminate any repeated search criteria. Ensure that each criterion is unique within the context of the search.
  
  
  Test