How To Fix WRF_PPW010 - Mat. &1: Unexpected identical key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PPW - Price Planning Workbench

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Mat. &1: Unexpected identical key

Diagnosis
A worklist entry with identical price activation levels (V2&) exists for
price-only material &V1&. Therefore, at least two worklist entries exist
for the same material; both are to be marked down identically.
System Response
The system does not prepare the identical worklist entry.
Procedure

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

Procedure for System Administration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PPW010 - Mat. &1: Unexpected identical key ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PPW010, which states "Mat. &1: Unexpected identical key," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's handling of material master data or during the processing of product data in the SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA environments. This error indicates that there is an issue with duplicate keys or records that the system did not expect to find.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is the presence of duplicate entries in the database for the material or product being processed. This can happen if data was incorrectly uploaded or if there are inconsistencies in the data management processes.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were recent changes to the material master data, it could lead to unexpected duplicates.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the material management or product data management modules can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., MARA for material master) for duplicate entries. Look for records with the same key fields.
  If duplicates are found, determine which records are valid and remove or merge the duplicates as necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data using transaction code MM02 or MM03 to ensure that all entries are valid and consistent.
  Use the transaction code WRF_MAINTAIN to maintain and correct any inconsistencies in the product data.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration Processes: 
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that it correctly handled unique keys and did not create duplicates.
  Consider re-running the migration with proper checks in place to avoid duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and ensuring data consistency, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Database Tables: Understand the structure of relevant database tables, such as MARA (General Material Data), MARC (Plant Data for Material), and MBEW (Material Valuation).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation and guides related to material management and product data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WRF_PPW010 error and implement a solution to resolve it.