How To Fix I4472 - Item &1: &4 (conflict) due to item &2/&3

I4472 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Item &1: &4 (conflict) due to item &2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4472 - Item &1: &4 (conflict) due to item &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message I4472 typically indicates a conflict related to item processing in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory management. The message format suggests that there is a conflict involving specific items, which are identified by the placeholders &1, &2, &3, and &4.
  
  Cause:
  The error message I4472 is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Item Conflicts: There may be a conflict between the items being processed. For example, if you are trying to add or modify an item that has dependencies or restrictions based on other items in the document.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the items, such as incorrect pricing, quantity issues, or status conflicts.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow certain combinations of items or may have specific rules that are being violated.
  
  
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