How To Fix /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE005 - Application name (&1) does not identify PLID uniquely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Application name (&1) does not identify PLID uniquely

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE005 - Application name (&1) does not identify PLID uniquely ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE005 indicates that the application name provided does not uniquely identify a PLID (Product Lifecycle ID) in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Product Data Management (PDM) or similar applications where unique identifiers are crucial for data integrity and processing.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unique Application Name: The application name you are using may not be unique in the context of the PLID. This can happen if there are multiple entries with the same application name in the database.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the database, such as duplicate entries or incorrect configurations.
  Configuration Errors: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the application names and PLIDs, leading to ambiguity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Verify the database for any duplicate entries of the application name associated with the PLID. You can do this by querying the relevant tables in the database.
  Use Unique Identifiers: Ensure that the application name you are using is unique. If necessary, modify the application name to make it distinct.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the PDM module to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle application names and PLIDs.
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, consider cleaning up the data by removing or merging duplicate entries to ensure that each application name is associated with a unique PLID.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidelines on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the underlying database tables for the application names and PLIDs.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.