How To Fix /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES027 - Duplicate object: location &1 resource &2 version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Duplicate object: location &1 resource &2 version &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES027 - Duplicate object: location &1 resource &2 version &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES027 indicates that there is a duplicate object in the system, specifically related to a location, resource, and version in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there are conflicting entries in the master data or when the system is trying to create or update an object that already exists with the same identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there are multiple entries for the same location, resource, and version combination in the master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the master data, duplicates may have been inadvertently created.
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in the planning area or in the settings for the location/resource can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOCATIONS or /SAPAPO/RESOURCES to check for existing entries for the specified location and resource.
  Look for entries with the same identifiers (location, resource, version) and identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Delete or Merge Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete the unnecessary entries or merge them if applicable.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to master data.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to ensure that there are no other underlying issues with the master data.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/MASTER_DATA_CHECK to perform a consistency check.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration Processes:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that it correctly handled duplicates.
  Implement checks in the migration process to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data in APO, such as /SAPAPO/LOCATIONS, /SAPAPO/RESOURCES, and /SAPAPO/MASTER_DATA_CHECK.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and ensuring data consistency, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your APO system is functioning correctly without duplicate entries.