How To Fix JBDVT164 - Only one value maintenance possible if export interface is activated

JBDVT164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBDVT - Messages for Variable Transaction

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Only one value maintenance possible if export interface is activated

What causes this issue?

You have activated the export interface. You tried to create a variable
transaction with more than one type of value maintenance. This is not
possible however if the export interface is activated.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you need more than one type of value maintenance, deactivate the
export interface first. Note that the value maintenance can affect the
export relevance of a transaction. If a transaction has more than one
type of value maintenance, the export relevance of the transaction may
change over time. This can lead to serious problems.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBDVT164 - Only one value maintenance possible if export interface is activated ?

  The SAP error message JBDVT164, which states "Only one value maintenance possible if export interface is activated," typically occurs in the context of managing data in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with the configuration of export interfaces in the context of data transfer or integration scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to maintain multiple values for a field or parameter that is restricted to a single value due to the activation of an export interface. The export interface is designed to ensure that only one value can be processed or exported at a time to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the export interface. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements. If multiple values are needed, consider whether the export interface can be modified or if a different approach is necessary.
  
  
  Single Value Maintenance: If