How To Fix MCEX005 - Field & exists more than once

MCEX005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCEX - Extraction Interface LIS/BW

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Field & exists more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCEX005 - Field & exists more than once ?

  The SAP error message MCEX005 ("Field & exists more than once") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Logistics Information System (LIS) when there is an issue with the data structure or configuration in the system. This error indicates that a field that is expected to be unique is found multiple times in a data structure, which can lead to ambiguity in data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Fields in Data Structure: The error often arises when a field is defined multiple times in a data structure or in the configuration of a report or query.
  Incorrect Customization: If custom fields or enhancements have been added to a standard report or data structure, it may lead to conflicts or duplications.
  Data Model Issues: Problems in the underlying data model, such as incorrect joins or relationships between tables, can also trigger this error.
  Configuration Errors: Misconfiguration in the settings of the InfoObject or InfoProvider