How To Fix ME418 - Aggregated records inserted into original table

ME418 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Aggregated records inserted into original table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME418 - Aggregated records inserted into original table ?

  The SAP error message ME418, which states "Aggregated records inserted into original table," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system has detected that aggregated records (i.e., multiple line items that have been combined) are being inserted into the original table, which is not allowed in certain scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Aggregation: The error often arises when there is an attempt to aggregate multiple line items into a single entry in a table that expects individual records. This can happen during the processing of purchase orders or requisitions where the system expects each line item to be distinct.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that manipulate the data before it is saved, they may inadvertently cause this error by trying to aggregate records incorrectly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the purchasing module