How To Fix OIJ_3WP042 - Double assignment not possible. Item already assigned to nomination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_3WP - Three way pegging message class, component of TSW

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Double assignment not possible. Item already assigned to nomination &1

What causes this issue?

You can not assign demand items and supply avails to several
(simulated) carrier nominations.

System Response

No assignment.

How to fix this error?

If the nomination status allows you to unassign the item from the
nomination, do this first.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_3WP042 - Double assignment not possible. Item already assigned to nomination &1 ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_3WP042, which states "Double assignment not possible. Item already assigned to nomination &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) module when there is an attempt to assign an item (such as a product or resource) to a nomination that has already been assigned to another nomination.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the system's restriction against assigning the same item to multiple nominations simultaneously. This is a safeguard to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts in resource allocation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Assignments: 
  
  Review the nominations to which the item is currently assigned. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays nominations and their assigned items.
  
  
  
  Release or Unassign the Item:
  
  If the item is indeed assigned to another nomination and you need to assign it to a new one, you will need to either release it from the current nomination or unassign it. This can typically be done through the transaction used for managing nominations.
  
  
  
  Modify the Nomination:
  
  If the item needs to be part of the new nomination, consider modifying the existing nomination to accommodate the changes you need.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the OIJ module for specific instructions on managing nominations and assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the OIJ module, such as those for managing nominations, assignments, and inventory.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to nominations and assignments.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in SAP can affect how nominations and assignments are handled. Check with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect this might be an issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the OIJ_3WP042 error and proceed with your work in the SAP system.