How To Fix MSI_CUST009 - Message control for Purchasing: entry &1 &2 not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSI_CUST - Message Class for Customizing Load

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Message control for Purchasing: entry &1 &2 not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSI_CUST009 - Message control for Purchasing: entry &1 &2 not unique ?

  The SAP error message MSI_CUST009 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of a message control entry in the Purchasing module. Specifically, the error message states that the entry identified by &1 and &2 is not unique, which means that there are multiple entries in the system that match the criteria defined by these parameters.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple entries in the message control table for the same combination of message type and message number.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for message control in the Purchasing module may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be causing conflicts with standard message control entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MSI_CUST009 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Message Control Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (Message Control).
  Select the application area related to Purchasing (e.g., EF for Purchasing).
  Review the entries for the message type and ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same message type and message number.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Use the relevant tables (e.g., T001, T002, etc.) to check for duplicate entries.
  You can run a query to find duplicates based on the criteria that are causing the error.
  
  
  
  Remove or Adjust Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you can either delete the unnecessary ones or adjust them to ensure that each entry is unique.
  Make sure to back up any configurations before making changes.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments that interact with message control, review the code to ensure it does not create conflicts with standard entries.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the purchasing process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE: For configuring message control.
  SE11: To view table structures and data.
  SE80: For checking custom developments.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on message control and purchasing processes.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MSI_CUST009 error in your SAP system.