How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN148 - Ambiguous data: More than one selection for solution &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Ambiguous data: More than one selection for solution &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN148 - Ambiguous data: More than one selection for solution &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN148 indicates that there is ambiguous data in the system, specifically that there are multiple selections for a solution identified by &1. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to retrieve or process data related to a specific solution, but it finds more than one entry that matches the criteria, leading to confusion about which one to use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries in the database that match the criteria for the solution you are trying to access.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to distinguish between the different entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with data integrity, such as incorrect or incomplete data entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables for duplicate entries that match the criteria for the solution.
  Identify and resolve any duplicates by either deleting or merging them as appropriate.
  
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: 
  
  If possible, refine the selection criteria you are using to access the solution. This may involve adding additional filters or parameters to narrow down the results.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the solution in question. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to avoid ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  Perform a data cleanup to ensure that the entries in the database are unique and correctly defined. This may involve working with data management tools or scripts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps that need to be taken.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message or the specific module you are working with.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.