How To Fix DFS_CAP_COMMON074 - Duplicate assignment for capability ID & is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_CAP_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Capability

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Duplicate assignment for capability ID & is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_CAP_COMMON074 - Duplicate assignment for capability ID & is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_CAP_COMMON074 indicates that there is a duplicate assignment for a capability ID in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where capabilities are defined for resources, such as production lines, machines, or personnel.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A capability ID is assigned more than once to the same resource or object.
  There is an attempt to create or modify a capability assignment that conflicts with existing assignments.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in the configuration of capabilities.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where capabilities are defined (e.g., transaction /SAPAPO/RES01 for resources).
  Review the existing assignments for the capability ID mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the capability ID is not assigned multiple times to the same resource.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignments:
  
  If you find duplicate assignments, remove or correct them to