How To Fix EEDMSET004 - Settlement units &1 and &2 are not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Settlement units &1 and &2 are not unique

What causes this issue?

You have entered the same service provider as settlement coordinator,
distributor and supplier for <DS:DE.E_EDMSETTLUNIT>settlement units</>
&v1& and &v2&.
Both settlement units relate to <DS:DE.E_EDMSETTLVIEW>settlement view
</> &v3&.
The combination of this service provider must result in a unique
allocation to the settlement unit for each settlement view.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Define the settlement units so that the combination of service
providers is unique.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMSET004 - Settlement units &1 and &2 are not unique ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET004 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of settlement units in a specific context, typically related to the settlement of costs or revenues in SAP's Controlling (CO) module or Project System (PS). This error occurs when the system finds that two or more settlement units are being treated as the same, which violates the requirement for unique identification.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Settlement Units: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries for settlement units in the system. This can happen if the same settlement unit is assigned to multiple cost objects or if there are inconsistencies in the master data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the settlement profile or settlement rules can lead to this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: Data inconsistencies in the database, such as incorrect entries or missing data, can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Review the settlement units involved in the error message. Use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to check for duplicate entries.
  Ensure that each settlement unit is unique and not assigned to multiple cost objects.
  
  
  
  Review Settlement Profile:
  
  Check the configuration of the settlement profile in the system. Ensure that the settings allow for the correct assignment of settlement units.
  You can access the settlement profile configuration through transaction code OKO7.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entries:
  
  If duplicates are found, correct the entries in the master data or the relevant cost objects to ensure that each settlement unit is unique.
  You may need to delete or modify the duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Consistency Check) or KAH3 (Display Cost Center) to run consistency checks on your data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1, CJI3, OKO7, and CKMLCP for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EEDMSET004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.