How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS040 - For characteristic &1 there is already an entry with same valuation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS - Messages for multiple assignment function

• Message number: 040

• Message text: For characteristic &1 there is already an entry with same valuation.

What causes this issue?

You have maintained an additional multivalue characteristic record in a
list using a valuation that already exists.

System Response

The new record is invalid. You cannot create a new record and use the
valuation of an existing record multiple times. The system does not
accept the new record.

How to fix this error?

Change the valuation for the new record. Alternatively, you can delete
the newly created record. Do not delete the already existing record.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS040 - For characteristic &1 there is already an entry with same valuation. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS040 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a characteristic in the Business Partner (BP) Master Data Governance (MDG) system. Specifically, it means that for the characteristic specified (represented by &1), there is already an existing entry with the same valuation, which violates the uniqueness constraint for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data Entry: The most common cause of this error is that during the creation or update of a business partner, the system detects that the characteristic value being entered already exists for that characteristic in the database.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were bulk uploads, it is possible that duplicates were introduced.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the characteristics in the MDG system may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected behavior.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Entries: Review the existing entries for the characteristic in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the MDG data model to check for existing values.
  Modify the Entry: If you find that the entry you are trying to create or update already exists, you may need to modify your input to ensure it is unique.
  Data Cleansing: If duplicates are found in the system, consider performing data cleansing to remove or consolidate duplicate entries.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the characteristics in the MDG system to ensure they are set up correctly and that the uniqueness constraints are appropriate for your business needs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific error message for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or MDG (Master Data Governance) to access the relevant data and perform checks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the MDG configuration settings, especially those related to characteristics and their uniqueness constraints.
  Data Governance Best Practices: Implement best practices for data governance to prevent duplicate entries in the future, such as validation rules and data quality checks.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.