How To Fix IR140 - Measurement position is not unique -> see long text


IR140 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

  • Message number: 140

  • Message text: Measurement position is not unique -> see long text

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  • What causes this issue?

    You can define in Customizing for each
    <GL:measuring_point_category>measuring point category</> whether the
    entries in the field <LS>MeasPosition</> are checked for uniqueness,
    and if so, whether this check is to occur at the level of the
    client, or
    <GL:measuring_point_object>measuring point object</>

    System Response

    This warning message refers to the current measuring point category
    &V1& and category &V2& of <GL:measuring_point>measuring point</> &V3&
    with the same item number.

    How to fix this error?

    Check your entries or the organizational definitions.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR140 - Measurement position is not unique -> see long text ?
    The SAP error message IR140, which states "Measurement position is not unique," typically occurs in the context of asset management or measurement documents in SAP. This error indicates that the system has found multiple measurement positions that match the criteria specified in your transaction, leading to ambiguity.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Measurement Positions: The most common cause is that there are multiple measurement positions for the same asset or equipment, which makes it unclear which one should be used. Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not be specific enough, leading to multiple matches. Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data in the system, such as incorrect or incomplete entries in the measurement documents.
    Solution: Review Measurement Positions: Check the measurement positions associated with the asset or equipment in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., IL03 for equipment or AS03 for assets) and reviewing the

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