How To Fix /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE651 - Multiple occurrences of reference &1 with status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE -

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Multiple occurrences of reference &1 with status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE651 - Multiple occurrences of reference &1 with status &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE651 indicates that there are multiple occurrences of a reference (identified by &1) with a specific status (&2). This error typically arises in the context of data processing or integration scenarios, particularly when dealing with interfaces or data imports.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is the presence of duplicate entries in the data being processed. This could happen if the same reference (e.g., a material number, order number, etc.) is being sent multiple times with the same status.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity in the source system, leading to multiple records being created for the same reference.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the interface or mapping settings can lead to the system not recognizing that the reference should be unique.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the data being processed to identify any duplicate entries for the reference in question. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant tables.
  Data Cleansing: If duplicates are found, you may need to clean the data by removing or consolidating duplicate entries before reprocessing.
  Adjust Interface Logic: If the error is due to the interface logic, you may need to adjust the mapping or processing logic to ensure that duplicates are handled appropriately.
  Review Status Logic: Ensure that the status being assigned to the reference is correct and that the logic for status assignment does not lead to multiple entries with the same status.
  Consult Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific interface or module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE16 (Data Browser) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the underlying data.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to see how the data is being processed and where the duplicates are being introduced.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.