How To Fix /SAPAPO/CAL_MD206 - Table &1: &2 entries matching selection exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CAL_MD -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Table &1: &2 entries matching selection exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CAL_MD206 - Table &1: &2 entries matching selection exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CAL_MD206 typically indicates that there are multiple entries in a specific table that match the selection criteria you have provided. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with master data or planning data.
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPAPO/CAL_MD206 Table &1: &2 entries matching selection exist is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to perform an operation (like a data extraction, report generation, or planning run) that expects a unique entry in a table, but the selection criteria you provided returned multiple entries.
  The table referenced in the error message (&1) contains &2 entries that match the criteria, which is more than what the operation can handle.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that they are specific enough to return a unique entry. You may need to add additional filters or parameters to narrow down the results.
  
  
  Analyze the Data: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the contents of the table mentioned in the error message. Look for the entries that match your selection criteria and understand why there are multiple entries.
  
  
  Modify the Query: If you are using a custom report or query, modify it to ensure that it retrieves a single entry. This may involve changing the logic or adding more conditions.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: If the data in the table is not supposed to have duplicates, investigate why there are multiple entries. This could be due to data entry errors, incorrect data loads, or issues in the data maintenance process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the table and the context in which you are encountering the error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SCC4 (Client Administration) to analyze and manage data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific table you are working with. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  APO Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for best practices in data management and planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.