How To Fix MCW_AA_AT009 - More than one method step specified for method &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCW_AA_AT - Messages for Allocation Rule Generation Based on BW

• Message number: 009

• Message text: More than one method step specified for method &1

What causes this issue?

More than one step has been specified for the method &V1&.
This is not allowed for the application "Allocation Table".

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 have authorization to do so, change the data in Customizing for
"Data Retraction for Retail/CP" (transaction MCW_AA). Otherwise contact
your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCW_AA_AT009 - More than one method step specified for method &1 ?

  The SAP error message MCW_AA_AT009 indicates that there is an issue with the method step configuration in the context of Asset Accounting (AA) or Asset Management. Specifically, it means that more than one method step has been specified for a particular method, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Method Steps: There are multiple entries for method steps in the configuration for a specific method, which leads to ambiguity in processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the asset method in the system may have been incorrectly set up, leading to multiple method steps being defined where only one is expected.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAYZ or SPRO).
  Navigate to the section where you define methods for asset depreciation.
  Verify the method steps for the specific method indicated in the error message. Ensure that only one method step is defined for each method.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find multiple method steps for the same method, remove the duplicates or consolidate them into a single entry as required.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are any customizations or enhancements in your system related to asset accounting, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to execute the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on configuring asset methods and steps.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAYZ (Define Depreciation Methods) and OAYD (Define Depreciation Areas).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in asset accounting are trained on the correct configuration and usage of asset methods to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message MCW_AA_AT009 in your SAP system.