How To Fix WG312 - Restrictuion profile not unique. Automatic search not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Restrictuion profile not unique. Automatic search not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG312 - Restrictuion profile not unique. Automatic search not possible ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WG312 - Restriction profile not unique. Automatic search not possible:
  
  Error Message:
  WG312 - Restriction profile not unique. Automatic search not possible
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when the system tries to automatically determine a restriction profile during a process (often related to sales documents, pricing, or output determination), but finds more than one restriction profile that matches the criteria. Because multiple profiles fit, the system cannot decide which one to use automatically.
  Restriction profiles are used in SAP to control or restrict certain processes, such as output determination or pricing procedures, based on specific conditions.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During output determination (e.g., printing or emailing sales documents).
  When the system tries to find a restriction profile automatically but multiple profiles are valid for the current context.
  In sales and distribution (SD) module, especially in output or pricing configuration.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  The system uses restriction profiles to limit or filter the output types or pricing conditions.
  If multiple restriction profiles are configured with overlapping or identical criteria, the system cannot uniquely identify which profile to apply.
  This ambiguity leads to the WG312 error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Restriction Profiles Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction where restriction profiles are maintained (e.g., SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Output Control ? Output Determination ? Define Restriction Profiles).
  Review the restriction profiles and their assignment criteria.
  
  
  
  Ensure Uniqueness:
  
  Make sure that the restriction profiles are uniquely defined.
  Avoid overlapping or duplicate profiles that could apply to the same document or condition.
  Adjust the criteria or delete redundant profiles.
  
  
  
  Adjust Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the output determination procedure to ensure that restriction profiles are assigned correctly.
  If multiple profiles are necessary, consider adding additional criteria to differentiate them.
  
  
  
  Manual Selection:
  
  If automatic determination is not possible, configure the system to prompt the user to select the appropriate restriction profile manually.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If unsure where the conflict arises, use debugging or trace tools to see which profiles are being found and why the system cannot decide.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO - Customizing for output determination and restriction profiles.
  NACE - Output determination (for sales documents).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to output determination and restriction profiles for your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Output Determination and Restriction Profiles.
  SD module configuration guides.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The WG312 error means the system found multiple restriction profiles applicable and cannot automatically choose one. The fix is to ensure restriction profiles are uniquely defined and assigned, preventing overlaps that cause ambiguity.
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., transaction, module, or process where this occurs), I can help with more specific steps.