How To Fix SD817 - Fastpath & defined twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Fastpath & defined twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD817 - Fastpath & defined twice ?

  The SAP error message SD817 ("Fastpath & defined twice") typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is a configuration issue related to fast paths in the system. Fast paths are shortcuts that allow users to navigate quickly to specific transactions or functions within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that a fast path has been defined more than once in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple entries for the same fast path in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the transaction codes or fast path settings.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might have led to duplicate entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SD817 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Fast Path Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Sales and Distribution where fast paths are defined.
  Look for any duplicate entries