How To Fix J3606 - Subsequent identifying attributes do not match the first attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Subsequent identifying attributes do not match the first attribute

What causes this issue?

The first identifying attribute of the record does not match the other
attributes.
&SYSTEM_RESPONSE& (EDT only)
The system cannot tell which attributes are to be used and therefore
rejects the entire record. It was not placed in the batch input session
&WHAT_TO_DO& (EDT only)
Generate the record anew and check the identifying attributes.
&HINTS&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3606 - Subsequent identifying attributes do not match the first attribute ?

  The SAP error message J3606, which states "Subsequent identifying attributes do not match the first attribute," typically occurs in the context of data entry or processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that involves identifying attributes.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is a mismatch in the attributes that are supposed to uniquely identify a record. For example, if you are trying to create or update a record (like a customer or vendor) and the subsequent attributes (like address, contact information, etc.) do not align with the primary identifying attribute (like the name or ID), SAP will throw this error. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or inconsistent data entry where the attributes do not match the expected format or values.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured in a way that requires certain attributes to match, and if they do not, the error is