How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT209 - Not more than one text of type &1 allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT -

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Not more than one text of type &1 allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT209 - Not more than one text of type &1 allowed ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT209 Not more than one text of type &1 allowed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Identity Access Management (IAM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or maintain multiple texts of the same type for a specific object, which is not permitted.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Text Entries: You are trying to create or maintain a text entry for an object (like a role, user, or other entities) that already has a text of the same type. For example, if you are trying to add a description or a label that already exists for that object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the way texts are managed for the specific object type in the IAM system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Texts:
  
  Navigate to the object in question (e.g., role, user) and check the existing texts associated with it.
  Ensure that you do not have multiple entries of the same text type (e.g., description, label).
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Text:
  
  If you find that there is already a text of the same type, you can either delete it or modify it as needed.
  Ensure that you only have one text of each type for the object.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure why this error is occurring, review the configuration settings related to text management in the IAM module.
  Ensure that the settings allow for the correct handling of text entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for IAM to understand the specific requirements and limitations regarding text entries for objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), or others to manage users and roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the error message /IAM/OBJECT209 Not more than one text of type &1 allowed.