How To Fix OPS_SE_PUR227 - The account assignment category &1 is not unique within accounting lines

OPS_SE_PUR227 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_PUR - Purchasing: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 227

• Message text: The account assignment category &1 is not unique within accounting lines

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR227 - The account assignment category &1 is not unique within accounting lines ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR227 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment category in the accounting lines of a purchase order or related document. Specifically, it means that the account assignment category specified is not unique, which can lead to confusion in the system when processing the document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Account Assignment Categories: The error typically arises when there are multiple account assignment categories defined for the same line item in a purchase order or related document. This can happen if the same category is assigned to multiple items or if there are conflicting settings in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in how account assignment categories are interpreted.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of purchase orders or related documents can also lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignment Categories: Review the account assignment categories