How To Fix EDEREG458 - Type of SPA &1 (&2, &3, &4) is defined twice in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG - Messages for Deregulation Scenarios

• Message number: 458

• Message text: Type of SPA &1 (&2, &3, &4) is defined twice in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG458 - Type of SPA &1 (&2, &3, &4) is defined twice in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG458 indicates that there is a duplicate definition for a specific type of SPA (Service Provider Agreement) in the Customizing settings. This typically occurs when the same configuration is defined more than once, leading to ambiguity in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same type of SPA has been defined multiple times in the Customizing settings. This can happen due to manual errors during configuration or importing transport requests that contain duplicate entries.
  Transport Issues: If multiple transport requests are imported that contain the same configuration, it can lead to duplicates.
  Incorrect Customizing: Sometimes, the Customizing settings may not have been properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant Customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where the SPA types are defined.
  Look for the specific type of SPA mentioned in the error message and check for duplicate entries.
  Remove or deactivate the duplicate entry to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport import, check the transport logs to identify if the same configuration was imported multiple times.
  If necessary, revert the transport or adjust the Customizing settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential issues related to Customizing settings.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to analyze the definitions.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that all changes made to Customizing are well-documented to avoid future conflicts.
  Implement a change management process to track changes in Customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for navigating and managing Customizing settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and adjusting the settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EDEREG458 error and ensure that your SPA types are correctly defined in the system.