How To Fix /SCMTMS/CLC005 - Choose just one record for credit limit check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CLC -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Choose just one record for credit limit check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CLC005 - Choose just one record for credit limit check ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CLC005 - Choose just one record for credit limit check typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are multiple records that meet the criteria for a credit limit check, and the system requires the user to select only one record for processing.
  Cause:
  This error is usually caused by:
  
  Multiple Credit Limit Records: There are multiple credit limit records available for the same customer or business partner, and the system cannot determine which one to use for the credit limit check.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for credit limit checks may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in record selection.
  Data Duplication: There may be duplicate entries in the database for the same customer or business partner.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Credit Limit Records:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or report where the credit limit records are maintained.
  Check for multiple entries for the same customer or business partner.
  If duplicates exist, determine which record should be used and delete or deactivate the unnecessary ones.
  
  
  
  Select a Single Record:
  
  If the system allows, manually select the appropriate credit limit record that should be used for the check.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to credit limit checks. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to avoid ambiguity.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If data duplication is an issue, consider running a data cleanup process to remove or merge duplicate records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling credit limit checks in your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or OVAK (for credit management settings) to review and manage credit limit records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to view and manage credit limit records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.