How To Fix MSGC_IDM006 - Academic title &1 is ambiguous

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGC_IDM - Message class for identity management services

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Academic title &1 is ambiguous

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGC_IDM006 - Academic title &1 is ambiguous ?

  The SAP error message MSGC_IDM006 indicates that there is an ambiguity regarding the academic title specified in the system. This typically occurs when the system encounters multiple entries for the same academic title, leading to confusion about which one to use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple records in the database for the same academic title, which can happen due to data entry errors or lack of proper data governance.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle academic titles, leading to conflicts.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate or conflicting entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant table (usually related to academic titles) and check for duplicate entries. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the entries.
  If duplicates are found, determine which entry is correct and delete or merge the unnecessary