How To Fix /STTPEC/MC_MD181 - Parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE has the same value in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/MC_MD -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE has the same value in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD181 - Parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE has the same value in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD181 with the description "Parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE has the same value in Customizing" typically indicates that there is a configuration issue in the system related to the parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE. This parameter is used in the context of customizing settings for certain functionalities, often related to material management or logistics.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE has been assigned the same value in multiple places within the customizing settings. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple entries in the customizing tables that have the same value for the NCODE_NON_UNIQUE parameter.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may have been incorrectly set up, leading to conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might have led to duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the parameter NCODE_NON_UNIQUE is defined.
  Look for duplicate entries and ensure that each entry has a unique value.
  
  
  
  Adjust Entries:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, modify them to ensure that each entry has a unique value for the NCODE_NON_UNIQUE parameter.
  Save your changes and exit the customizing transaction.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to identify if any duplicate entries were introduced during the transport process.
  If necessary, revert the transport or manually adjust the entries in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or the parameter name in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.