How To Fix MDG_FICA_BOLUI017 - There are several hits. For details see long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_FICA_BOLUI - MDG Contract Account: General Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: There are several hits. For details see long text.

What causes this issue?

There are several hits; for details see longtext

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_FICA_BOLUI017 - There are several hits. For details see long text. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_FICA_BOLUI017 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) for Financial Accounting (FI) and Customer Accounting (CA). This error indicates that there are multiple hits for a search or query, and the system is unable to determine which specific record to use or display.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by:
  
  Duplicate Records: There are multiple records in the database that match the search criteria, leading to ambiguity.
  Search Configuration: The search configuration may not be set up correctly, resulting in multiple hits for a single query.
  Data Quality Issues: Poor data quality or inconsistencies in the master data can lead to multiple entries that should ideally be unique.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Search Criteria: Check the search criteria you are using. Ensure that it is specific enough to narrow down the results to a single record.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the underlying tables for duplicate entries.
  Identify and resolve any duplicates in the master data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Search Configuration: 
  
  If you have access, review the search configuration settings in the MDG application. Ensure that the search is configured to return unique results.
  You may need to adjust the search parameters or the logic used to retrieve records.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing: 
  
  Perform data cleansing activities to ensure that the master data is accurate and free from duplicates.
  Implement data governance practices to maintain data quality.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to MDG and the specific module you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_MAT, MDG_CUST, or MDG_FI for managing master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter and manage master data to minimize the occurrence of duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.