How To Fix SBDS039 - Error when searching for links. Document is not unique


SBDS039 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SBDS - Message Class: Business Document Service

  • Message number: 039

  • Message text: Error when searching for links. Document is not unique

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  • What causes this issue?

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    specify a unique document.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBDS039 - Error when searching for links. Document is not unique ?
    The SAP error message SBDS039, which states "Error when searching for links. Document is not unique," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Document Services (BDS) when there is an issue with document linking or retrieval. This error indicates that the system has found multiple documents that match the search criteria, leading to ambiguity in identifying a unique document.
    Causes:
    
    Non-Unique Document Entries: There are multiple documents in the system that match the search criteria, causing the system to be unable to determine which document to link to.
    Incorrect Search Parameters: The search parameters used may not be specific enough, leading to multiple results.
    Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the document management system, such as duplicate entries or incorrect metadata.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Refine Search Criteria: Modify the search parameters to be more specific. This could involve adding additional filters or criteria to narrow down the results.
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