How To Fix PRC_DOCUMENT160 - Id of sub item is same as high level item: &1

PRC_DOCUMENT160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_DOCUMENT - Messages for Document Engine

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Id of sub item is same as high level item: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_DOCUMENT160 - Id of sub item is same as high level item: &1 ?

  The SAP error message PRC_DOCUMENT160, which states "Id of sub item is same as high level item: &1," typically occurs in the context of procurement or project management when there is an issue with the hierarchical structure of items in a document, such as a purchase order or a project.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a sub-item (or line item) is assigned the same identifier as its parent item (high-level item). In SAP, each item in a document should have a unique identifier to maintain the integrity of the data structure. When the system detects that a sub-item's ID matches that of its parent, it triggers this error to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item IDs: Review the document in question and verify the IDs of both the high-level item and its sub-items. Ensure that each sub-item has a unique identifier that does not match