How To Fix EG727 - Lines &1 and &2 contain the same entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 727

• Message text: Lines &1 and &2 contain the same entries

What causes this issue?

You have specified criteria for device selection.

System Response

The specified lines contain identical entries for device category and
due year.

How to fix this error?

Add the number of devicesfrom both lines together and enter them in one
line.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG727 - Lines &1 and &2 contain the same entries ?

  The SAP error message EG727, which states "Lines &1 and &2 contain the same entries," typically occurs in the context of data entry or processing where duplicate entries are not allowed. This error is often encountered in various SAP modules, such as Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD), when users attempt to enter or save data that has duplicate values in fields that are expected to be unique.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system detects that two or more lines in a table or data entry form contain identical entries in fields that should be unique. This could happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Duplicate line items in a purchase order, sales order, or invoice.
  Repeated entries in a configuration or settings table.
  Overlapping data in a report or data upload process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EG727 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Entries: Review the entries in the specified lines (indicated by &1 and &2 in the error message) to identify what is causing the duplication. Check the fields that are supposed to be unique.
  
  
  Remove or Modify Duplicates: 
  
  If you find that the entries are indeed duplicates, you can either delete one of the duplicate lines or modify the data in one of the lines to ensure that they are unique.
  If the duplicates are valid but should not be flagged as such, you may need to check the configuration or validation rules in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Uploads: If this error occurs during a data upload (e.g., using LSMW or BAPIs), ensure that the source data does not contain duplicates before uploading.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with to understand the unique constraints better.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using different transaction codes (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, VA01 for sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or fixes related to this error message.
  Data Validation: Ensure that your data entry processes include validation checks to prevent duplicates from being entered in the first place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EG727 error in your SAP system.