How To Fix /SCMTMS/BUS_SHARE016 - Target share for &1 has already been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/BUS_SHARE -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Target share for &1 has already been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/BUS_SHARE016 - Target share for &1 has already been defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/BUS_SHARE016 indicates that a target share for a specific object (denoted by &1) has already been defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to create or modify a target share that already exists.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to create a new target share for an object that has already been defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to define a target share with the same key or identifier as an existing one.
  There is a duplicate entry in the configuration or master data.
  The system is trying to process a transaction that conflicts with existing data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Target Shares:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP TM where target shares are defined.
  Look for the existing target share that corresponds to the object indicated by &1.
  If you find a duplicate, you may need to modify or delete the existing entry if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify the New Entry:
  
  If you need to create a new target share, ensure that it has a unique identifier that does not conflict with existing entries.
  Adjust the parameters or settings of the new target share to differentiate it from the existing one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP TM system to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or errors in the setup of target shares.
  Ensure that the data model and relationships are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing target shares in SAP TM.
  Look for any specific notes or updates related to this error message in the SAP Notes database.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that deal with target shares, such as /SCMTMS/SHARE or similar.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCMTMS/BUS_SHARE016 for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.