How To Fix MD_BP008 - More than one fax number was passed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_BP -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: More than one fax number was passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_BP008 - More than one fax number was passed ?

  The SAP error message MD_BP008 indicates that more than one fax number has been passed for a business partner in the system. This error typically arises when the system expects a single fax number but encounters multiple entries, which can lead to confusion in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Fax Numbers: The business partner (BP) record may have multiple fax numbers assigned, which is not allowed in the context where the error occurs.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry or data migration that resulted in multiple fax numbers being associated with a single business partner.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up to handle multiple fax numbers for a specific process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the fax number entries for the relevant business partner.
  Ensure that only one fax number is maintained. If there are multiple entries, decide which one should be kept and remove the others.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If the issue is due to data migration or incorrect data entry, perform a cleanup of the business partner records to ensure compliance with the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the business process requires multiple fax numbers, consider reviewing the configuration settings in SAP to see if it can be adjusted to accommodate multiple entries, although this may not be standard practice.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing business partner data and handling fax numbers.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for business partner management and SE11 for data dictionary to check the structure of the business partner table.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to modify business partner data.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.