How To Fix UPP_LB049 - You have created two identical rows (rows &1 and &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_LB - Layout Builder: Messages

• Message number: 049

• Message text: You have created two identical rows (rows &1 and &2)

What causes this issue?

The ready for input rows &V1& and &V2& are identical. However, for
manual planning it must be clearly determined which of the two rows
should be regared as valid. For this reason, identical rows are not
allowed.

System Response

The system will use the data from row &V2&. The data in row &V1& will
be overwritten by the system.

How to fix this error?

Change one of the rows or mark one of the columns as a
<DS:GLOS.35630D59428ED311AE690060B03C9BBE>comparison row</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_LB049 - You have created two identical rows (rows &1 and &2) ?

  The SAP error message UPP_LB049 indicates that there are two identical rows in a data entry or configuration process, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and budgeting applications, such as SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that two rows of data being entered or processed are identical in terms of key fields or attributes that are supposed to be unique. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Duplicate entries in a planning table.
  Identical configurations in a master data setup.
  Overlapping data in a planning run or data import.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPP_LB049 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Rows: Review the data entries or configurations to identify the two rows that are causing the conflict. The error message will indicate the row numbers (e.g., &1 and &2) that are identical.
  
  
  Remove or Modify Duplicates: 
  
  If the duplicates are not needed, you can delete one of the rows.
  If both rows are necessary, you may need to modify one of them to ensure that they are unique. This could involve changing key fields or attributes that define the uniqueness of the rows.
  
  
  
  Check Data Import/Upload: If the error occurred during a data import or upload, ensure that the source data does not contain duplicates. Clean the data before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If the error is related to configuration settings, review the settings to ensure that they comply with the uniqueness requirements of the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines related to the module you are working with, as there may be additional constraints or requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or managing data entries (e.g., transaction codes for planning or master data management).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the data or configurations in question.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.