How To Fix CP526 - Sub-operation: date &: sub-operation number & not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 526

• Message text: Sub-operation: date &: sub-operation number & not unique

What causes this issue?

The sub-operation number is not unique. A
<GL:routing>routing</>/<GL:inspection_plan>plan</> can only be
processed if the sub-operation numbers are unique within each
operation.

How to fix this error?

Correct the numbers of the sub-operations.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP526 - Sub-operation: date &: sub-operation number & not unique ?

  The SAP error message CP526 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of sub-operation dates in a production order or routing. Specifically, it means that there are multiple sub-operations defined for the same date and operation number, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Sub-Operations: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate sub-operations defined for the same operation number and date in the routing or production order.
  Incorrect Routing Configuration: The routing may have been incorrectly configured, leading to overlapping or duplicate entries.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation or modification of the routing or production order can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing/Production Order: 
  
  Go to the routing or production order in question and check the sub-operations. Look for any duplicate entries for the same operation number and date.
  If duplicates are found, remove or correct them to ensure that each sub-operation is unique for the specified date and operation number.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: 
  
  If the sub-operations are intended to be different, adjust the dates or operation numbers to ensure that they are unique.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration of your routing and production processes to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no systemic issues leading to duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CA03 (Display Routing) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to view and edit the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on routing and production order management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA01 (Create Routing), CA02 (Change Routing), CO01 (Create Production Order), and CO02 (Change Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to routings and production orders, as this can affect data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CP526 error and ensure that your routing and production order data is correctly configured.