How To Fix 33235 - Duplicate version of context field &1 exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 33 - Contexts

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Duplicate version of context field &1 exists

What causes this issue?

A duplicate version of the context field &V1& exists in the interface of
the module &V2&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 33235 - Duplicate version of context field &1 exists ?

  The SAP error message "33235 Duplicate version of context field &1 exists" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there are duplicate entries for a context field in a data model or InfoObject. This can happen during data loading, modeling, or when trying to activate a data model.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The primary cause of this error is the existence of multiple entries for the same context field in the data model or InfoObject. This can happen if the same field is defined multiple times or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  Incorrect Data Modeling: If the data model is not designed correctly, it can lead to conflicts and duplicates.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, when transporting objects between systems (e.g., from development to production), duplicates can inadvertently be created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant InfoObject or data model and check for any duplicate definitions of the context field. Ensure that each field is defined only once.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the InfoObjects and data models.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model: 
  
  If duplicates are found, remove or consolidate them as necessary. Ensure that the context field is uniquely defined.
  If you are using composite providers or calculation views, check their definitions for any overlapping fields.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects: 
  
  After making changes, re-activate the affected InfoObjects or data models to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport requests to ensure that no duplicates were introduced during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data modeling in SAP BW or HANA to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your data model is functioning correctly.