How To Fix /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT017 - Criterion assignment '&1' imported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Criterion assignment '&1' imported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT017 - Criterion assignment '&1' imported ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT017 Criterion assignment '&1' imported typically indicates that there is an issue related to the import of criterion assignments in the context of the SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA systems, particularly when dealing with the import/export of configuration data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Import Issues: This error can occur when there is a problem with the data being imported, such as missing or incorrect criterion assignments.
  Configuration Mismatch: The criterion assignment being imported may not match the existing configuration in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the operation.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues in the data being imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Import File: Review the import file for any errors or inconsistencies in the criterion assignments. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Validate Configuration: Ensure that the criterion assignments being imported are compatible with the existing configuration in the target system.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to execute the import operation.
  Data Consistency Checks: Run data consistency checks in the system to identify any potential issues with the existing data that may be causing the import to fail.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the import process and any prerequisites that need to be met.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.