How To Fix HSM_FILL046 - Material &1, country/region &2, valid &3: Multiple values for txt type &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_FILL - HM: Hazardous Substance Master Filling

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Material &1, country/region &2, valid &3: Multiple values for txt type &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HSM_FILL046 - Material &1, country/region &2, valid &3: Multiple values for txt type &4 ?

  The SAP error message HSM_FILL046 typically occurs in the context of handling materials and their associated texts in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with multiple languages or text types. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error message:
  Cause:
  The error message HSM_FILL046 indicates that there are multiple entries for a specific text type for a material in a given country/region. This can happen when:
  
  The system finds more than one text entry for the same material and text type in the specified language or region.
  There is a configuration issue or data inconsistency in the material master records or text management settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the specified material (using transaction code MM03).
  Check the text types associated with the material and ensure that there is only one entry for each text type in the specified language.
  
  
  
  Review Text Types:
  
  Identify the text type mentioned in the error message and verify if there are multiple entries for that text type.
  If there are duplicates, you may need to delete or consolidate the entries to ensure that only one valid entry exists for that text type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data in the material master is consistent across different views and languages.
  If necessary, run data consistency checks or use transaction codes like MASS or LSMW to correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for text management in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect that there may be a configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling material texts and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  SE78: SAP Archive Link (for document management)
  
  
  
  Text Types:
  
  Understand the different text types available in SAP (e.g., short text, long text, etc.) and their purposes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling material texts.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the HSM_FILL046 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.