How To Fix G01808 - Method &1: Target assignment &2 is not unique for all steps

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 808

• Message text: Method &1: Target assignment &2 is not unique for all steps

What causes this issue?

In step &V3& of reclassification method &V1&, you have specified the
item &V2& as the target assignment. You have assigned this
reclassification method to reclassification task &V4&. In this task, you
have selected the <LS>Assets Held for Sale</> checkbox.
For this kind of task, you must define the target assignment in the same
way for each method step in the reclassification method.
If, in the reclassification method, you have selected processing type
<LS>Consolidation Units Held for Sale</>, <LS>Partner Units Held for
Sale</>, or <LS>Equity-Method Investee Units Held for Sale</> in the
<LS>Processing Type of Assets Held for Sale</> field, you have to define
balance sheet item <LS>Assets Held for Sale</> or <LS>Liabilities Held
for Sale</> as the target assignment.
If, in the reclassification method, you have selected processing type
<LS>Discontinued Consolidation Units</> or <LS>Discontinued Partner
Units</> in the <LS>Processing Type of Assets Held for Sale</> field,
you have to define income statement item <LS>Discontinued Operations</>
as the target assignment.

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?

Adjust the Customizing settings for the target assignment for
reclassification method &V1& as described above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01808 - Method &1: Target assignment &2 is not unique for all steps ?

  The SAP error message G01808 indicates that there is an issue with the target assignment in a method, where the target assignment is not unique for all steps. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's graphical modeling tools, such as Business Process Modeler (BPM) or when working with workflows.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Multiple Assignments: There are multiple target assignments for a single method or step, which leads to ambiguity in determining which target should be used.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the method or workflow may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicting assignments.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or definitions used in the method, causing the system to be unable to resolve the target assignment uniquely.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G01808 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Target Assignments:
  
  Review the method and its steps to ensure that each step has a unique target assignment. Look for any duplicate or conflicting assignments.
  
  
  
  Modify Method Configuration:
  
  If you find that there are multiple targets assigned to a single step, modify the configuration to ensure that each step has a distinct target.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the data used in the method is consistent and correctly defined. Check for any discrepancies that might lead to ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Use Debugging Tools:
  
  Utilize SAP debugging tools to trace the execution of the method and identify where the ambiguity arises.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring methods and workflows correctly.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details of the method and the specific steps that are causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training Resources: Consider training or resources on SAP workflow and method configuration to better understand how to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the G01808 error in your SAP environment.