How To Fix WZRE_LIST017 - Document type is not unique


WZRE_LIST017 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WZRE_LIST - Settlement Management - Lists

  • Message number: 017

  • Message text: Document type is not unique

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_LIST017 - Document type is not unique ?
    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WZRE_LIST017: Document type is not unique:
    
    Error Message
    WZRE_LIST017: Document type is not unique
    
    Cause
    This error occurs when the system encounters multiple entries for the same document type in a context where it expects a unique document type. Typically, this happens during processing of financial documents, asset accounting, or other document-related transactions where the document type is used as a key or filter.
    Common scenarios include:
    
    Duplicate entries for the same document type in customizing tables.
    Incorrect or inconsistent configuration in document type settings.
    Custom reports or programs that do not handle multiple document types properly.
    Data inconsistencies in the database where document types are expected to be unique but are not.
    
    
    Solution
    
    
    Check Document Type Configuration:
    
    Go to transaction OBA7 (Financial Accounting Document Types) or the relevant customizing transaction for the module you are working with.
    Verify that the document type you are using is defined uniquely.
    Ensure there are no duplicate

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