How To Fix /BOBF/TOOLS_CC082 - IT_KEY contains duplicate entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/TOOLS_CC -

• Message number: 082

• Message text: IT_KEY contains duplicate entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/TOOLS_CC082 - IT_KEY contains duplicate entries ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/TOOLS_CC082 IT_KEY contains duplicate entries typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there are duplicate entries in the internal table that is being processed. This can happen during operations such as creating, updating, or deleting business objects.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Keys: The error indicates that the internal table IT_KEY contains duplicate entries. This usually means that the keys (identifiers) for the business objects being processed are not unique.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data being passed to the BOPF framework, such as incorrect data preparation or retrieval processes that lead to duplicates.
  Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom logic implemented in the BOPF or related classes, it may inadvertently create duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the data being passed to the BOPF operation. Ensure that the keys in the IT_KEY table are unique. You can do this by:
  
  Debugging the code to inspect the contents of IT_KEY before the operation is executed.
  Using a simple loop or a hash table to identify duplicates in the internal table.
  
  
  
  Data Preparation: Ensure that the data preparation logic (e.g., data retrieval, transformation) does not introduce duplicates. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the data selection logic to ensure unique records are fetched.
  Implementing checks before adding entries to the IT_KEY table.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review: If there is custom code involved, review it for any logic that might lead to duplicates. Ensure that any custom BOPF actions or methods are correctly handling the keys.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to catch and log instances where duplicates are detected, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, thoroughly test the functionality to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the business logic behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on BOPF to understand how it handles keys and the expected structure of internal tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.