How To Fix R1872 - More Than One Entry will be Changed With This Input Data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 872

• Message text: More Than One Entry will be Changed With This Input Data

What causes this issue?

More than one entry was changed in this set of input data.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Restrict the input criteria as far as possible.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1872 - More Than One Entry will be Changed With This Input Data ?

  The SAP error message R1872 ("More Than One Entry will be Changed With This Input Data") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (like an update or delete) that would affect multiple records in the database, but the system expects only one record to be changed based on the input data provided.
  Cause:
  
  Ambiguous Input Data: The input data you provided does not uniquely identify a single record. For example, if you are trying to update a customer record but the criteria you used matches multiple customers, the system will raise this error.
  Missing Unique Identifier: The operation may require a unique identifier (like a primary key) to ensure that only one record is affected, but the input data lacks this identifier.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data in the database that cause multiple records to match the criteria you provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Input Data: Ensure that the input data you are using to perform the operation is specific enough to uniquely identify a single record. This may involve adding more criteria or using unique identifiers.
  Check for Duplicates: Review the data in the database to see if there are duplicate entries that match the criteria. If duplicates exist, you may need to clean up the data.
  Use Unique Keys: If applicable, use unique keys or identifiers in your input data to ensure that only one record is targeted for the operation.
  Review Transaction Logic: If you are using a custom program or transaction, review the logic to ensure it is designed to handle cases where multiple records might be affected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (like SE38 for ABAP programs, or SE80 for development work) that could be relevant to the operation you are trying to perform.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the program to see where the input data is being processed and how it leads to the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction or program you are using to understand the expected input and any constraints that may apply.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and refining your input data, you should be able to resolve the issue and successfully perform the desired operation.