/SMB/TRANSP_INFRA189 - Error, &1 sets of matching installation data found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Error, &1 sets of matching installation data found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA189 - Error, &1 sets of matching installation data found ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA189 typically indicates that there are multiple sets of installation data that match the criteria specified in your request. This can occur during the transport of data or when trying to install or configure certain components in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Matches: The error arises when the system finds more than one set of installation data that meets the criteria you provided. This can happen if there are duplicate entries or if the selection criteria are too broad.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the installation data is configured or defined in the system.
  Transport Layer Issues: If you are working with transport requests, there may be conflicts or overlaps in the transport layers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Review the criteria you are using to fetch the installation data. Try to make it more specific to reduce the number of matches.
  Check for Duplicates: Investigate the installation data to identify any duplicates. You may need to clean up or consolidate the data to ensure that there is only one valid entry for the criteria you are using.
  Review Transport Requests: If this error occurs during a transport operation, check the transport requests for any conflicts or overlapping entries. Ensure that the transport layers are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific component or transaction you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you analyze or manage installation data, such as SE01 (Transport Organizer) or SE09 (Transport Organizer - Workbench).
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.