How To Fix FKBPIDT020 - ID category &1 has unsuitable Customizing (re. uniqueness of ID category)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKBPIDT - Additional Partner Numbers

• Message number: 020

• Message text: ID category &1 has unsuitable Customizing (re. uniqueness of ID category)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKBPIDT020 - ID category &1 has unsuitable Customizing (re. uniqueness of ID category) ?

  The SAP error message FKBPIDT020 indicates that there is an issue with the uniqueness of the ID category in the Customizing settings. This error typically arises when the system detects that the ID category specified is not unique, which can lead to conflicts or inconsistencies in the data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unique ID Category: The ID category specified in the transaction or configuration is not unique, meaning that there are multiple entries with the same ID category in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the Customizing settings related to the ID categories, leading to conflicts.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity in the system, where the same ID category is being used inappropriately across different contexts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings for ID categories (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for ID category configuration.
  Ensure that each ID category is unique and does not have duplicates.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the underlying tables for ID categories.
  Look for any duplicate entries in the relevant tables (e.g., TFKBID).
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or modify the conflicting entries to ensure that each ID category is unique.
  If necessary, create new ID categories that do not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ID categories for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser).
  Tables: TFKBID (ID Category Table).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKBPIDT020 error and ensure that your ID categories are configured correctly.