How To Fix /PF1/MSG_SLA138 - Do not specify the same country restriction multiple times

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_SLA -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Do not specify the same country restriction multiple times

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_SLA138 - Do not specify the same country restriction multiple times ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_SLA138 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to country restrictions in your SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the same country restriction has been specified multiple times in a particular configuration or setup, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in scenarios where you are defining country-specific settings, such as in:
  
  Tax configuration: When setting up tax codes or tax jurisdiction.
  Sales and distribution: When defining country-specific pricing or conditions.
  Master data: When maintaining customer or vendor master records with country-specific restrictions.
  
  The underlying cause is that the system has detected duplicate entries for the same country in the relevant configuration table or settings.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Configuration: Determine where the error is occurring. This could be in tax configuration, pricing conditions, or master data settings.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., transaction codes like OBYZ for tax codes, VK11 for pricing conditions, etc.).
  Look for entries that specify country restrictions and check for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If you find multiple entries for the same country, remove the duplicates. Ensure that each country is only specified once in the relevant configuration.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes and try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Financial Accounting) for more details on country restrictions.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.