How To Fix CVI_MAPPING039 - You are not permitted to use grouping &1 with identical numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_MAPPING - Error from CVI Assignment Objects

• Message number: 039

• Message text: You are not permitted to use grouping &1 with identical numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_MAPPING039 - You are not permitted to use grouping &1 with identical numbers ?

  The SAP error message CVI_MAPPING039 indicates that there is an issue with the grouping of business partners (BPs) in the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) process. Specifically, the error states that you are not permitted to use a grouping with identical numbers, which typically means that there is a conflict in the grouping configuration where multiple business partners are assigned the same grouping number.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Grouping Numbers: The error usually arises when there are multiple business partners that have been assigned the same grouping number, which is not allowed in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for business partner grouping in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it is possible that duplicate groupings were created during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Grouping Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the groupings assigned to the business partners.
  Ensure that each grouping number is unique and not assigned to multiple business partners.
  
  
  
  Adjust Grouping Assignments:
  
  If you find that multiple business partners are assigned the same grouping number, you will need to reassign them to different groupings to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for business partner grouping (usually found under SPRO -> Cross-Application Components -> Master Data Synchronization -> Business Partner -> Define Grouping for Business Partners).
  Ensure that the settings are correctly configured to prevent duplicate groupings.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If the issue is due to data migration, consider cleaning up the data to remove duplicates or reassign groupings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to CVI and business partner groupings for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  CVI Configuration: Understanding the overall configuration of Customer-Vendor Integration can help in preventing similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.