How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH257 - Only one table entry must be populated

/PF1/MSG_EH257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Only one table entry must be populated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH257 - Only one table entry must be populated ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH257: Only one table entry must be populated typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with data entries that are expected to be unique or singular in a specific context.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system has detected multiple entries in a table or data structure where only one entry is allowed. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently entered multiple records in a table that is designed to hold only one entry.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the EHS module may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in data entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries that violate the uniqueness constraint.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the data correctly, leading to