How To Fix JIT00470 - Call &3 already contains an item with material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JIT00 - JIT: Messages for JIT Process

• Message number: 470

• Message text: Call &3 already contains an item with material &2

What causes this issue?

You tried to insert a call component with the material &v2& (customer
material: &v1&). However, this component is already included in the
call with external call number &v3&.

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JIT00470 - Call &3 already contains an item with material &2 ?

  The SAP error message JIT00470 indicates that there is an attempt to add a material to a call (or delivery) that already contains that material. This typically occurs in the context of Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery processes, where materials are scheduled for delivery to production lines.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A material that is already included in a JIT call is being added again.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the JIT call due to incorrect data entry or a system error.
  The system is trying to process a delivery or call that has already been fulfilled or is in the process of being fulfilled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the JIT Call: 
  
  Review the JIT call (delivery) in question to see if the material is already listed. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code JIT1 or JIT2).
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that the material is indeed already present, you should not attempt to add it again. Instead, ensure that the existing entry is correct and meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Call:
  
  If you need to change the quantity or other details of the material, you can adjust the existing entry rather than adding a new one.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  If you believe this error is occurring due to a system issue, check for any recent changes in configuration or data that might have led to this situation. Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to JIT processes for any additional insights or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as JIT1 (Create JIT Call) and JIT2 (Change JIT Call) to manage JIT deliveries effectively.
  Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies that could lead to this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the JIT process are trained on how to manage calls and deliveries to minimize the risk of duplicate entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.