How To Fix PPEENG604 - Short text for language &1 is maintained more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENG - iPPE Engine Messages

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Short text for language &1 is maintained more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEENG604 - Short text for language &1 is maintained more than once ?

  The SAP error message PPEENG604 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a short text in a specific language within the system. This typically occurs in the context of master data or configuration settings where multiple entries for the same language are not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by having more than one entry for the same short text in a specific language. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or updating a material, class, or other master data where short texts are maintained.
  When importing data from external sources or during data migration processes.
  When multiple users are trying to create or modify entries simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPEENG604 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or table where the short texts are maintained (e.g., material master, class, etc.).
  Check for existing entries in the specified language and identify any duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove or Consolidate Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you will need to either delete the unnecessary duplicates or consolidate the information into a single entry.
  Ensure that each short text for the specified language is unique.
  
  
  
  Check Data Import Processes:
  
  If the error occurred during a data import, review the data file or source to ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same language.
  Clean up the data before re-importing it into the system.
  
  
  
  Review User Access:
  
  If multiple users are involved in creating or updating entries, consider implementing controls to prevent simultaneous modifications that could lead to duplicates.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), CL02 (Change Class), or others relevant to the data you are working with.
  Tables: The relevant tables may include MARA (General Material Data), MAST (Material to BOM Link), or others depending on the specific object you are dealing with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPEENG604 error and maintain the integrity of your data in SAP.