How To Fix REBDMS007 - Main measurement already defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDMS - Messages for Measurements

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Main measurement already defined

What causes this issue?

Main measurement already defined for the object.

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?

Delete the measurement.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDMS007 - Main measurement already defined ?

  The SAP error message REBDMS007 ("Main measurement already defined") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Real Estate Management (RE) module, particularly when dealing with measurement units or measurement types in a property management scenario. This error indicates that there is an attempt to define a main measurement that has already been set for a particular object or property.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Main Measurement Definition: The system is trying to assign a main measurement type to a property or object that already has a main measurement defined.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry process where the same measurement type is being entered multiple times.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues in the configuration settings of the Real Estate Management module that allow for duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REBDMS007 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Measurements:
  
  Navigate to the relevant property or object in the SAP system.
  Review the existing measurements to see if a main measurement is already defined.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Duplicate Entry:
  
  If a main measurement is already defined, you may need to modify the existing entry or remove it before adding a new one.
  Ensure that you are not trying to set the same measurement type as the main measurement again.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being entered to ensure that it does not conflict with existing entries.
  Ensure that the measurement types being used are correctly configured and do not overlap.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing measurements in the Real Estate Management module.
  
  
  
  Contact 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 configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP RE, such as REBDM for managing measurements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to measurements in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the REBDMS007 error and implement a solution to resolve it.