How To Fix EDESK_CORE220 - More than one material found for document &1; &2 was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_CORE - Engineering Desktop: Central Functions

• Message number: 220

• Message text: More than one material found for document &1; &2 was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_CORE220 - More than one material found for document &1; &2 was selected ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_CORE220 indicates that there are multiple materials associated with a specific document, and the system is unable to determine which one to select. This typically occurs in scenarios where a document (like a purchase order, sales order, or delivery) references multiple materials, and the system requires a single material to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Material Entries: The document in question has multiple materials linked to it, and the system cannot automatically determine which one to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the document type that is causing the system to retrieve multiple materials.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or duplicates in the data that lead to multiple materials being associated with the same document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Document: Check the document referenced in the error message (the document number and type indicated by &1 and &2). Look for any entries that may have multiple materials associated with them.
  Select a Material: If the system allows, manually select the appropriate material from the list of materials associated with the document.
  Data Cleanup: If there are duplicates or incorrect entries in the material master or related tables, consider cleaning up the data to ensure that each document is linked to a unique material.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings related to the document type and material master to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in the context of your SAP environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to investigate the document in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the materials and documents involved.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP system.