How To Fix FSH_PP_MD117 - Wrong update sign: expected I, U, or D, but received &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_PP_MD - Message Class for PP Master Data

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Wrong update sign: expected I, U, or D, but received &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_PP_MD117 - Wrong update sign: expected I, U, or D, but received &1 ?

  The SAP error message FSH_PP_MD117 indicates that there is an issue with the update sign in a process related to the Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules. The error message states that the system expected an update sign of 'I' (Insert), 'U' (Update), or 'D' (Delete), but it received a different value (represented by &1).
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Update Sign: The most common cause of this error is that the system is receiving an unexpected update sign during a database operation. This could happen due to:
  
  A custom program or user exit that is incorrectly setting the update sign.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the database.
  An issue with the configuration of the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., during a migration or integration), the update sign may not be correctly set.
  
  
  User Input Error: If the error occurs during manual data entry, it could be due to incorrect input by the user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom programs, user exits, or enhancements that manipulate the update sign, review the code to ensure that it correctly sets the update sign to 'I', 'U', or 'D'.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that it conforms to the expected formats and values. Check for any inconsistencies in the data that might lead to this error.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant function modules or programs to trace where the incorrect update sign is being set.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant modules (MM, PP) to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to check transaction codes related to Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP), such as:
  
  MD01 (MRP Run)
  MD02 (Single-item, Multi-level Planning)
  MD04 (Stock/Requirements List)
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  
  
  Testing: If you are making changes to resolve the issue, ensure to test in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FSH_PP_MD117 error in your SAP system.