How To Fix UKM_DCD_MSG043 - Enter two different approvers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_DCD_MSG - Messages for the Documented Credit Decision

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Enter two different approvers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_DCD_MSG043 - Enter two different approvers ?

  The SAP error message UKM_DCD_MSG043 ("Enter two different approvers") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's workflow or approval processes, particularly in the area of credit management or risk management. This error indicates that the system requires two distinct approvers for a specific action or transaction, and the user has either entered the same approver twice or has not provided the necessary approvers.
  Cause:
  
  Same Approver Entered: The most common cause is that the user has entered the same individual as both approvers in the approval workflow.
  Missing Approver: The system may also trigger this error if the required fields for approvers are not filled out correctly.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may mandate that two different approvers are required for certain transactions, and this requirement is not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Different Approvers: Ensure that you enter two distinct approvers in the relevant fields. Check that the approvers are different individuals and that their user IDs or names are correctly entered.
  Review Workflow Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, review the workflow settings to confirm that the requirement for two different approvers is intentional and correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for your specific version of SAP to understand the approval process and any specific requirements related to approvers.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or guidance on how to correctly enter approvers in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be working within specific transaction codes related to credit management, such as UKM_COMMIT, UKM_DCD, or others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that two different approvers are entered and reviewing the configuration settings, you should be able to resolve the error message UKM_DCD_MSG043.