How To Fix /OSP/A_MSG156 - The &1 &2 has multiple managers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/A_MSG -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: The &1 &2 has multiple managers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/A_MSG156 - The &1 &2 has multiple managers ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/A_MSG156 The &1 &2 has multiple managers typically occurs in the context of organizational management or personnel administration within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected that a specific employee (or object) is assigned to multiple managers, which can lead to confusion in reporting structures and responsibilities.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Manager Assignments: The employee or object in question has been assigned to more than one manager in the organizational structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to incorrect entries or updates in the organizational management module.
  Configuration Issues: The organizational structure may not be configured correctly, leading to overlapping manager assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Manager Assignments:
  
  Check the employee's organizational assignment in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0101 for Organizational Assignment).
  Identify all the manager assignments for the employee and determine which one should be the primary manager.
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  If there are multiple entries, decide which manager should be retained and remove the others. This may involve updating the infotype or correcting the organizational structure.
  Ensure that the employee is only assigned to one manager in the relevant organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  Review the organizational structure to ensure that it is set up correctly. This may involve checking the relationships between different organizational units and positions.
  Make sure that the reporting lines are clear and that there are no overlaps.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing organizational assignments and resolving conflicts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the reporting structure functions as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PPOME (for Organizational Management) or PA20 (to display employee data) to investigate and make changes.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as:
  
  Infotype 0101 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0105 (Communication)
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to organizational assignments in SAP.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about which manager should be assigned, consult with the HR department or the relevant stakeholders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the employee has a clear and singular reporting line within the SAP system.