How To Fix /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDI_APO024 - More than one item exists in IDoc &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDI_APO -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: More than one item exists in IDoc &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDI_APO024 - More than one item exists in IDoc &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDI_APO024 indicates that there is an issue with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) processing in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error message states that more than one item exists in the IDoc, which is not expected in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  An IDoc that is expected to contain a single item (or line) actually contains multiple items. This can happen due to incorrect data formatting or issues in the data extraction process.
  The configuration of the IDoc type or the associated message type does not allow for multiple items, but the incoming IDoc contains more than one item.
  There may be a mismatch between the expected structure of the IDoc and the actual data being sent.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the IDoc Structure: Review the structure of the IDoc that is causing the error. You can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc and check how many items it contains.
  
  
  Validate the Data Source: Ensure that the data source generating the IDoc is correctly configured to send the appropriate number of items. If the source is sending multiple items, you may need to adjust the logic to ensure that only one item is sent per IDoc.
  
  
  Adjust IDoc Configuration: If the IDoc is expected to handle multiple items, you may need to adjust the configuration in the IDoc type or message type to allow for multiple items. This may involve changes in the IDoc definition in transaction WE30.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the process that generates the IDoc to catch and manage cases where multiple items are sent when only one is expected.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type and message type you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the IDoc types relevant to your business processes, as different IDoc types may have different rules regarding item counts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02, WE05, and WE19 for monitoring and testing IDocs.
  APO Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the APO module to ensure they align with the expected IDoc processing requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.