How To Fix EEDMSET493 - Result profile &1 used more than once; Check the profile allocation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 493

• Message text: Result profile &1 used more than once; Check the profile allocation

What causes this issue?

The enhanced parameter allocation check has found that several
<DS:DE.E_EDMSETTLPROCESS>settlement procedures</> or variants for
settlement unit selection can update the same profiles.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you want to update profiles using several settlement procedures or
variants then ignore this message.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the profile allocation and Customizing for settlement parameters.
The system identified the following settlement procedures, variants,
and settlement parameters with double allocation: &V2& und &V3&

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMSET493 - Result profile &1 used more than once; Check the profile allocation ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET493 indicates that a result profile is being used more than once in a specific context, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Management or Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) modules, where result profiles are used to define how results are processed and reported.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A result profile (identified by the placeholder &1 in the error message) is assigned to multiple entities or records where it should be unique.
  There may be a configuration issue where the same profile is mistakenly assigned to different processes or objects that require distinct profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Result Profile: Check the specific result profile mentioned in the error message. You can find this in the configuration settings or the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  Review Profile Assignments: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings where result profiles are defined and assigned.
  Look for the specific profile and see where it is being used. Ensure that it is not assigned to multiple entities that require unique profiles.
  
  
  
  Modify Assignments:
  
  If the profile is indeed assigned to multiple entities, you will need to either:
  
  Create a new result profile for one of the entities.
  Reassign the existing profile to only one entity, ensuring that each entity has a unique profile.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  Documentation and Best Practices: Document the changes made and consider implementing best practices for profile management to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may use transaction codes like EEDMSET or EHS related transactions to manage result profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to modify result profiles, as this can also lead to configuration issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.