How To Fix DG009 - A check method with sequence &1 is already defined in the check schema

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 009

• Message text: A check method with sequence &1 is already defined in the check schema

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG009 - A check method with sequence &1 is already defined in the check schema ?

  The SAP error message DG009 indicates that there is a conflict in the check schema configuration. Specifically, it means that a check method with the specified sequence number (&1) is already defined in the check schema you are trying to use. This typically occurs when you are attempting to add a new check method to a check schema that already contains a method with the same sequence number.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to define a check method with a sequence number that is already in use within the same check schema.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an oversight in the configuration where the same sequence number was assigned to multiple check methods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Check Schema: Go to the check schema configuration in SAP and review the existing check methods. Look for the sequence number that is causing the conflict.
  Change Sequence Number: If you find that the sequence number is indeed duplicated, you can either:
  
  Change the sequence number of the new check method you are trying to add to a unique value that does not conflict with existing entries.
  Remove or modify the existing check method that is using the same sequence number if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  Consistency Check: After making changes, ensure that the check schema is consistent and does not have any other conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like OB28 (for check schema configuration) to access and modify the check schema settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to check methods and check schemas for more detailed guidance on how to configure them properly.
  Testing: After resolving the issue, perform tests to ensure that the check methods are functioning as expected without any further conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DG009 error and successfully configure your check schema in SAP.