How To Fix MMPUR_USERDEF029 - Multiple catalogs have been set as the default for the user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_USERDEF - Message class for user defaults

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Multiple catalogs have been set as the default for the user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_USERDEF029 - Multiple catalogs have been set as the default for the user & ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_USERDEF029 indicates that multiple catalogs have been set as the default for a user, which is not allowed. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP's Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with purchasing and catalog management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user has been assigned more than one default catalog in the system. In SAP, each user can have a single default catalog for purchasing activities, and having multiple defaults creates ambiguity in the system regarding which catalog to use for transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that each user has only one default catalog assigned. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access User Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is causing the error and click on the "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Check Default Catalogs:
  
  Navigate to the "Parameters" tab or the relevant section where catalog assignments are made.
  Look for entries related to default catalogs.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  Identify any duplicate default catalog entries for the user.
  Remove the additional entries, ensuring that only one default catalog remains.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Have the user log in again and attempt the transaction that previously triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access the catalog and perform purchasing activities.
  Catalog Management: Familiarize yourself with how catalogs are managed in SAP, including how to create, assign, and maintain them.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user settings and catalogs in the MM module.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or MM module support team for further investigation.