How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER046 - Order in transfer table from ASN processing is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Order in transfer table from ASN processing is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER046 - Order in transfer table from ASN processing is not unique ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER046 indicates that there is an issue with the uniqueness of an order in the transfer table during Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) processing. This error typically arises in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system encounters multiple entries for the same order in the transfer table, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries for the same order in the transfer table. This can happen due to:
  
  Multiple ASN documents being processed for the same order.
  Errors in the data import or integration processes that lead to the same order being inserted multiple times.
  Issues with the configuration of the ASN processing logic.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be underlying data integrity issues in the system that lead to inconsistencies in how orders are tracked and processed.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SCM module or related components can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Review the transfer table to identify any duplicate entries for the order in question. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database tables.
  If duplicates are found, determine the source of the duplicates and take corrective action.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If duplicates are identified, you may need to delete or merge the duplicate entries to ensure that only unique orders exist in the transfer table.
  
  
  
  Review ASN Processing Logic: 
  
  Check the logic and configuration for ASN processing to ensure that it is set up correctly and does not allow for duplicate entries.
  Ensure that the integration points (e.g., EDI, IDocs) are functioning correctly and not causing duplicate data to be sent to the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ASN processing and the specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new duplicates are being created.
  
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/ASN for ASN processing, and SE16/SE11 for database table access.
  Tables Involved: Understand which tables are involved in ASN processing and the transfer table to effectively troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ASN processing and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.