How To Fix GHO_ALLOC_UI228 - Duplicate Measurement Categories are not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_ALLOC_UI - Message Class for UI for Allocation

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Duplicate Measurement Categories are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_ALLOC_UI228 - Duplicate Measurement Categories are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message "GHO_ALLOC_UI228 Duplicate Measurement Categories are not allowed" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Global Trade Services (GTS) or when dealing with allocation and measurement categories in various modules. This error indicates that there are duplicate entries for measurement categories in the system, which is not permitted.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same measurement category has been entered more than once in the relevant configuration or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where measurement categories are defined, leading to duplicates.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the configuration, duplicates may have been inadvertently created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area where measurement categories are defined (e.g., in the GTS or the specific module you are working with).
  Look for any duplicate entries for measurement categories and remove or consolidate them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for measurement categories are correctly set up and that there are no overlapping definitions.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If data has been imported or migrated, validate the data to ensure that there are no duplicates. You may need to run reports or queries to identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing measurement categories in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access measurement category settings (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify measurement categories in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the "Duplicate Measurement Categories are not allowed" error in SAP.