How To Fix /SCMB/DM_DLV186 - Bill-to party &1 is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_DLV -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Bill-to party &1 is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV186 - Bill-to party &1 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV186 Bill-to party &1 is not unique typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the bill-to party information in a delivery or order document. This error indicates that the system has found multiple entries for the specified bill-to party, which leads to ambiguity in processing the document.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple customer master records or business partner records that match the criteria for the bill-to party specified in the document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the customer master data or business partner settings that lead to non-unique entries.
  Data Inconsistency: Inconsistent or incorrect data in the master records can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XD03 (for customer master) or BP (for business partner) and check the entries for the bill-to party in question.
  Ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same customer or business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to customer master data and ensure that the settings for the bill-to party are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant fields are set up to allow for unique identification of the bill-to party.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to clean up the data by merging or deleting unnecessary duplicate records.
  Ensure that the relevant data is consistent across all related documents.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers:
  
  If possible, use unique identifiers (like customer number or business partner ID) to specify the bill-to party in your documents to avoid ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP SCM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like XD03, BP, and VL01N (for creating deliveries) to navigate customer and delivery data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit customer master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP environment.