How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG864 - Selected entry is not unique; key &1 is probably incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Selected entry is not unique; key &1 is probably incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG864 - Selected entry is not unique; key &1 is probably incomplete ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG864 Selected entry is not unique; key &1 is probably incomplete typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change Request Management (ChaRM) or when working with transport requests. This error indicates that the system has found multiple entries that match the criteria provided, but it cannot determine which one to use because the key is not unique.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Key: The key you are using to search for an entry is incomplete, leading to multiple potential matches in the database.
  Duplicate Entries: There may be duplicate entries in the database for the key you are trying to access.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues with the configuration of the transport management system or the way the entries are defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Key: Ensure that the key you are using is complete and correctly formatted. Verify that you are providing all necessary parameters.
  Review Entries: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the underlying table for duplicate entries. Identify and resolve any duplicates.
  Refine Search Criteria: If possible, refine your search criteria to be more specific, which may help in narrowing down the results to a unique entry.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and ST22 (for dumps) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Change Request Management (ChaRM): If you are working within the context of ChaRM, ensure that your configuration aligns with best practices and that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.