How To Fix RDM_OPT_COMMON018 - Seln restrns for DC &1/&2, BS &3 already exist. Saving not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_COMMON - Price Optimization: Messages for General Area

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Seln restrns for DC &1/&2, BS &3 already exist. Saving not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_COMMON018 - Seln restrns for DC &1/&2, BS &3 already exist. Saving not possible ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_COMMON018 indicates that there are selection restrictions for a specific Distribution Center (DC) and Business System (BS) that already exist in the system. This means that you are trying to create or save a new selection restriction that conflicts with an existing one.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are attempting to create a selection restriction that is identical to one that already exists for the specified Distribution Center and Business System.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent duplicate restrictions to maintain data integrity and avoid conflicts in processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Restrictions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or table where selection restrictions are maintained.
  Look for existing entries for the specified Distribution Center and Business System to confirm if a similar restriction already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry:
  
  If you find an existing restriction that is similar, consider modifying it instead of creating a new one. This may involve changing the parameters or conditions of the existing restriction.
  
  
  
  Delete Unnecessary Restrictions:
  
  If the existing restriction is no longer needed, you can delete it to make room for the new one you want to create.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to selection restrictions for more detailed guidance on how to manage them.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may use transaction codes like RDM1, RDM2, or others related to the management of selection restrictions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify selection restrictions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.