How To Fix SFW132 - Assignment to business function set & exists more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Assignment to business function set & exists more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW132 - Assignment to business function set & exists more than once ?

  The SAP error message SFW132 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a business function set in the system. Specifically, it means that the assignment to a business function set exists more than once, which is not allowed. This can occur during the activation of business functions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignments: The most common cause of this error is that the same business function set has been assigned multiple times to the same business function or configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings or in the transport requests that have been imported into the system.
  System Upgrade or Migration: If the system has been upgraded or migrated, there may be remnants of old configurations that are causing conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SFW132 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Function Set Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 (Business Function Set Management).
  Review the assignments of business function sets to ensure that there are no duplicates. Each business function set should only be assigned once.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, remove the unnecessary ones. Ensure that each business function set is uniquely assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests for any duplicate assignments. You may need to adjust the transport requests accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check in the system to ensure that all configurations are correct. You can use transaction code SFW1 to check the status of business functions.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Business Functions:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, you may need to re-activate the business functions. This can be done in transaction code SFW5.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any cached configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SFW5: Business Function Set Management
  SFW1: Business Function Activation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to your version of SAP and the error message.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for business function sets and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.