How To Fix WP710 - Reason & already defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 710

• Message text: Reason & already defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP710 - Reason & already defined ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WP710 Reason & already defined
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you try to create or assign a reason code in a process (such as a goods movement, service order, or quality notification) that has already been defined or assigned previously. The system prevents duplicate entries of the same reason code for the same object or transaction to maintain data consistency.
  For example, in Quality Management (QM), if you try to assign a reason code to a notification item or activity that already has that reason code assigned, the system will throw this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The reason code is used to specify the cause or reason for a particular action or status.
  SAP enforces uniqueness of reason codes in certain contexts to avoid ambiguity.
  The message indicates that the reason code you are trying to enter is already present for the relevant object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Reason Codes:
  
  Review the current reason codes assigned to the object (e.g., notification, order, movement).
  Use transaction codes or display screens relevant to your module to see assigned reason codes.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Entry:
  
  If the reason code is already assigned, do not enter it again.
  If you need to add a different reason, select or create a new reason code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure you are entering the correct reason code in the correct field.
  Sometimes, the error arises due to confusion between similar fields or entries.
  
  
  
  If Modification is Needed:
  
  If you want to change the reason code, delete the existing one first before entering a new one.
  Follow the standard process for modifying reason codes in your SAP module.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing:
  
  In some cases, the configuration of reason codes or their assignment rules might cause this error.
  Review the customizing settings in SPRO under the relevant module (e.g., QM ? Quality Notifications ? Reason Codes).
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QM: QM02 (Change Notification), QM03 (Display Notification)
  MM: Goods movement transactions like MIGO
  PM: Maintenance orders IW32
  
  
  Tables:
  
  Reason codes are often stored in tables like TQ80 (QM reason codes) or module-specific tables.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for your specific module/version if the error persists or behaves unexpectedly.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and module-specific guides provide detailed info on reason codes and their usage.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or module context where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.