How To Fix ICL_IDOC004 - Segment &1 contains more than one non-unique amount qualifier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_IDOC - Messages for IDoc Processing

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Segment &1 contains more than one non-unique amount qualifier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_IDOC004 - Segment &1 contains more than one non-unique amount qualifier ?

  The SAP error message ICL_IDOC004 indicates that there is an issue with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) processing related to the segment containing multiple non-unique amount qualifiers. This typically occurs in the context of IDocs used for transferring data between SAP systems or between SAP and external systems.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the IDoc segment in question contains more than one amount qualifier that is not unique. In IDoc processing, each amount qualifier should be distinct to avoid ambiguity in the data being processed. For example, if you have multiple entries for the same type of amount (like different currency amounts) without a clear distinction, the system cannot determine which amount to process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the IDoc Data: Review the IDoc data being sent. Look for the segment mentioned in the error message and identify the amount qualifiers. Ensure that each amount qualifier is unique within that segment.
  
  
  Modify the IDoc Structure: If you have control over the IDoc generation, modify the structure to ensure that each amount qualifier is unique. This may involve changing the way data is populated in the IDoc.
  
  
  Consult the Mapping: If you are using a middleware or mapping tool, check the mapping configuration to ensure that it is correctly generating unique amount qualifiers.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, you can use transaction codes like WE02 or WE05 to analyze the IDoc and see the details of the segments. This can help you pinpoint where the duplication is occurring.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your technical team for assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type you are working with, as different IDoc types may have different requirements for segments and qualifiers.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for IDocs, which provides detailed information on segment structures and qualifiers.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE19 (IDoc test tool) to simulate IDoc processing and test changes before sending them to production.
  
  By ensuring that each amount qualifier is unique within the IDoc segment, you should be able to resolve the ICL_IDOC004 error and successfully process the IDoc.