How To Fix PN331 - There are several results with identical FOR and IN information

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 331

• Message text: There are several results with identical FOR and IN information

What causes this issue?

A payroll result with different FOR and IN information is clear-cut.
However, you have two or more payroll results with identical FOR and IN
information. This error can occur if the result for FOR period 01/1996
and IN period 01/1996 have the indexes 0001 and 0003. You cannot
create the directory until you have deleted the superfluous payroll
results (in the above example, you must delete the payroll result with
the index 0001 or 0003) from the payroll cluster.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN331 - There are several results with identical FOR and IN information ?

  The SAP error message PN331, which states "There are several results with identical FOR and IN information," typically occurs in the context of planning or production processes, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios in SAP's Production Planning (PP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) modules.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system encounters multiple planning results that have the same "FOR" (the item being planned) and "IN" (the location or plant) information. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be duplicate entries in the planning data for the same material and plant combination.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the planning settings or master data that leads to multiple planning results being generated for the same item.
  Data Integrity Issues: Problems with the underlying data, such as incorrect or incomplete master data for materials, BOMs (Bill of Materials), or routing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PN331 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Results: Review the planning results for the specific material and plant combination. Identify if there are indeed multiple entries that are causing the conflict.
  
  
  Eliminate Duplicates: If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or consolidate them. This could involve adjusting the planning parameters or re-running the planning process.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the materials, BOMs, and routing is correctly set up. Look for any inconsistencies or errors that could lead to duplicate planning results.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Sometimes, adjusting the planning parameters in the configuration settings can help prevent the generation of duplicate results.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or MD05 (Individual Display of MRP List) to analyze the planning results.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PN331 error and implement a solution to resolve it.