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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WB2_ASGT - Shadow items ans assignments
Message number: 047
Message text: Shadow item already exists for: &1 &2, item/sub-item number &3, side &4
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WB2_ASGT047
- Shadow item already exists for: &1 &2, item/sub-item number &3, side &4 ?The SAP error message WB2_ASGT047 indicates that there is a conflict with shadow items in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with planning books and data views.
Cause:
The error message "Shadow item already exists" suggests that there is an attempt to create or manipulate a shadow item (a temporary representation of a planning object) that already exists in the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
- Duplicate Entries: There may be duplicate entries for the same item/sub-item in the planning book or data view.
- Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system believing that a shadow item already exists.
- Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the planning book or data view may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
Solution:
To resolve the WB2_ASGT047 error, you can take the following steps:
Check for Duplicates:
- Review the planning book or data view to identify if there are duplicate entries for the specified item/sub-item number. Remove or consolidate duplicates as necessary.
Data Consistency Check:
- Perform a consistency check on the data in the planning book. This can often be done through transaction codes like
/SAPAPO/TSM
(for transport management) or other relevant tools in APO.Clear Shadow Items:
- If you have access, you can try to clear any existing shadow items. This may involve deleting or resetting the shadow items associated with the problematic item/sub-item.
Review Configuration:
- Check the configuration settings for the planning book and data view. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
Consult Documentation:
- Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
Contact SAP Support:
- If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
Related Information:
/SAPAPO/SDP94
(for planning book display) and /SAPAPO/SDP95
(for planning book maintenance).By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.
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