How To Fix /SCWM/MFS480 - PLC and PLC Object combination is used &1; Combination must be unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MFS -

• Message number: 480

• Message text: PLC and PLC Object combination is used &1; Combination must be unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MFS480 - PLC and PLC Object combination is used &1; Combination must be unique ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MFS480 indicates that there is a problem with the combination of the PLC (Process Line Control) and the PLC Object in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the error states that the combination of the PLC and PLC Object is not unique, which means that the system has found multiple entries for the same combination where it expects only one.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries in the configuration for the PLC and PLC Object combination. This can happen if the same PLC is assigned to multiple PLC Objects or if there are multiple configurations that overlap.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect setup in the system where the PLC and PLC Object combinations are not properly defined.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the configuration, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the PLC and PLC Object in the SAP EWM system. Ensure that each PLC is uniquely assigned to a PLC Object. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP.
  Identify Duplicates: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/MFS or relevant reports to identify any duplicate entries for the PLC and PLC Object combination. You may need to run a query or report to find where the duplicates exist.
  Remove Duplicates: Once you have identified the duplicates, you will need to remove or correct them to ensure that each PLC and PLC Object combination is unique.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or help guides related to EWM and MFS (Material Flow System) for detailed instructions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to EWM and MFS, such as /SCWM/MFS for managing MFS settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and removing duplicates, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your PLC and PLC Object combinations are correctly configured in the SAP EWM system.