How To Fix EDER024 - More than one distribution service/contract for ext. PoD ID &1/div. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDER - IS-U Deregulation

• Message number: 024

• Message text: More than one distribution service/contract for ext. PoD ID &1/div. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDER024 - More than one distribution service/contract for ext. PoD ID &1/div. &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDER024 indicates that there is more than one distribution service or contract associated with a specific external Purchase Order Document (PoD) ID and division. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics and distribution modules, where the system expects a unique mapping between external PoD IDs and the corresponding distribution services or contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple distribution services or contracts defined for the same external PoD ID and division in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may allow for multiple entries that are not being properly filtered or managed.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the master data that lead to multiple valid entries for the same criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction codes like ME23N for purchase orders or the relevant distribution service transaction) and check for any duplicate entries for the specified external PoD ID and division.
  If duplicates are found, determine which entry is valid and remove or deactivate the others.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for distribution services and contracts in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings are designed to prevent multiple entries for the same external PoD ID and division.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If the issue is due to data integrity problems, perform a data cleanup. This may involve correcting or deleting erroneous entries in the master data tables.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view and manage the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the EDER024 error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the details of the error message and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and others related to distribution services.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your organization has a robust process for managing master data to prevent such issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EDER024 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDER024 error and implement a solution to resolve it.