How To Fix IO414 - Two identical character strings are contained in the worklist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IO - Plant Maintenance: Object List

• Message number: 414

• Message text: Two identical character strings are contained in the worklist

What causes this issue?

During print editing of serial numbers, the system found a double entry
in the serial number list (internal table).

System Response

The system does not allow further processing.

How to fix this error?

The print editing of serial numbers is used, for example, in the print
programs for printing delivery and sales documents. Check the creation
of the serial number list in the program you are using. Double serial
numbers may not be transferred to the print editing of serial numbers.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IO414 - Two identical character strings are contained in the worklist ?

  The SAP error message IO414 indicates that there are two identical character strings in the worklist, which typically occurs in the context of worklist processing in SAP systems. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when processing work items or tasks that are expected to be unique but have duplicates.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the IO414 error is the presence of duplicate entries in the worklist. This can happen due to:
  
  Data entry errors where the same task or work item is created multiple times.
  Issues in the configuration of the worklist or workflow that allow for duplicate entries.
  Problems in the underlying data model or database that lead to the same work item being referenced multiple times.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IO414 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the worklist for duplicate entries. You can do this by reviewing the work items or tasks that are causing the error.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: