How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES163 - Clause &1 is assigned more than once to a contract

/PM0/ABB_MESSAGES163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Clause &1 is assigned more than once to a contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES163 - Clause &1 is assigned more than once to a contract ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES163 indicates that a clause (Clause &1) has been assigned more than once to a contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management within SAP, where clauses are used to define specific terms and conditions associated with a contract.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The most common cause of this error is that the same clause has been inadvertently assigned multiple times to the same contract.
  Data Entry Error: During the contract creation or modification process, a user may have selected the same clause more than once.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the contract management module that allows for duplicate entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Clauses: Go to the contract in question and review the list of assigned clauses. Look for any duplicates.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find that the same clause is assigned more than once, remove the duplicate entries. Ensure that each clause is unique within the