How To Fix PDEXT307 - Material &1 is used more than once in the structure &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PDEXT - Message Class for iPPE Extraction

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Material &1 is used more than once in the structure &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PDEXT307 - Material &1 is used more than once in the structure &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message PDEXT307 indicates that a material (denoted as &1) is being used more than once in a specific structure (denoted as &2 &3). This typically occurs in the context of product data management, where materials are defined in a structure such as a bill of materials (BOM), a recipe, or a similar configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same material has been inadvertently added multiple times to the same structure. This can happen during manual entry or data import processes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the structure is configured, leading to unintended duplications.
  Data Migration Errors: If data was migrated from another system or through a bulk upload, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Structure: Review the structure (e.g., BOM, recipe) where the error is occurring. Look for the material listed more than once.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find the material listed multiple times, remove the duplicate entries. Ensure that each material is only listed once in the structure.
  Validate Data: If the structure is generated from a data import or migration, validate the source data to ensure there are no duplicates before importing.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like CS02 for BOMs) to edit the structure and make necessary corrections.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing materials in the context of the structure you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the structure you are working with (e.g., CS01, CS02 for BOMs, or C201 for recipes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to edit the structure and make changes to the materials.
  Testing: After making changes, test the structure to ensure that the error is resolved and that the structure functions as intended.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PDEXT307 error and ensure that your material structures are correctly configured.