How To Fix GBW001 - Entry ambiguous

GBW001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GBW - SAP Consolidation interface to BW

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Entry ambiguous

What causes this issue?

There must be a clear combination of view, version and position
planning for all destinations and InfoCubes.

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?

Enter a different combination of view, version and position planning or
cancel the entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GBW001 - Details

• The SAP error message GBW001: Entry ambiguous typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an ambiguity in the data being processed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when there are multiple entries that match the criteria specified in a transaction or report, leading to confusion about which entry should be used.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple records in the database that match the selection criteria, causing the system to be unable to determine which one to use.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria used to filter data may not be specific enough, leading to multiple potential matches.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the system or the specific module being used may lead to ambiguous entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: Problems with data integrity, such as inconsistent or incorrect data entries, can also lead to ambiguity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Review and refine the selection criteria used in