How To Fix MN876 - Business volume data may be updated twice

MN876 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 876

• Message text: Business volume data may be updated twice

What causes this issue?

You requested compilation of business volumes without deleting the data
first.

System Response

In this case, data may be updated twice, if business volume data
already exists in the statistics.

How to fix this error?

If data in a previous run has not yet been deleted, select indicator
"Delete business volumes" on the selection screen.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN876 - Business volume data may be updated twice ?

  The SAP error message MN876, which states "Business volume data may be updated twice," typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with inventory management and goods movements. This error indicates that there is a potential issue with the way business volume data is being processed, leading to the risk of double counting or incorrect updates.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Processing: The error often arises when multiple processes or transactions are trying to update the same business volume data simultaneously. This can happen in high-volume environments where multiple users or systems are performing transactions at the same time.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as duplicate entries or conflicting updates, the system may trigger this error to prevent data integrity issues.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system that manipulate business volume data, they may inadvertently