How To Fix APS_CKE_PARSER006 - An entry for the data source field &1.&2 already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APS_CKE_PARSER - CDS Key user tool - AST handler messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: An entry for the data source field &1.&2 already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APS_CKE_PARSER006 - An entry for the data source field &1.&2 already exists. ?

  The SAP error message APS_CKE_PARSER006 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a data source field in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a data source, and the system finds that an entry with the same key already exists.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the data source field you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source settings or in the way the data is being imported or processed.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing a bulk upload, duplicates may arise from the source data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing) and check the existing data sources to see if the entry already exists.
  Use the search functionality to find the specific data source field mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate:
  
  If you find a duplicate entry that is not needed, you can delete it or modify it as necessary.
  If the entry is required, consider renaming or adjusting the new entry you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the data source is correct and does not lead to duplicates.
  Check for any settings that might be causing the system to interpret the new entry as a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the error arises from data migration, ensure that the source data is cleansed to remove duplicates before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific data source you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other related transactions for managing data sources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that might address this issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APS_CKE_PARSER006 error and successfully manage your data source entries in SAP.