How To Fix CM_EHHSS_SPLSHIPMT038 - Cannot import data in row &1; value already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_SPLSHIPMT - Messages for Sample Shipment

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Cannot import data in row &1; value already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_SPLSHIPMT038 - Cannot import data in row &1; value already exists ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_SPLSHIPMT038 indicates that there is an issue with importing data into the system, specifically that a value already exists in the database for the row being processed. This typically occurs during data import operations, such as when uploading data from a file or integrating with another system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to import a record that violates a uniqueness constraint in the database. This could happen for several reasons:
  
  Duplicate Data: The data being imported contains a value that already exists in the target table. This could be a primary key or a unique field.
  Incorrect Data Preparation: The data file or source may not have been properly cleaned or deduplicated before the import.
  Concurrent Data Changes: If the data in the target table is being modified by another process while the import is happening, it could lead to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Check the data you are trying to import for duplicates. You can do this by querying the target table to see if the value already exists.
  Use tools like Excel or SQL queries to identify duplicate entries in your import file.
  
  
  
  Clean the Data:
  
  Remove or modify the duplicate entries in your import file to ensure that all values are unique.
  If necessary, update the existing records in the database instead of trying to insert duplicates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Import Logic:
  
  If applicable, modify the import logic to handle duplicates gracefully. For example, you could choose to skip duplicates or update existing records instead of inserting new ones.
  
  
  
  Check for Concurrent Modifications:
  
  Ensure that no other processes are modifying the target table while you are performing the import. This can help avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Import Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the import process to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle existing data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on data import processes and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze the data structures involved.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully import your data into SAP.