How To Fix DB6PM885 - &1 is already inserted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 885

• Message text: &1 is already inserted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM885 - &1 is already inserted ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM885 typically indicates that there is an attempt to insert a record into a database table where a record with the same key already exists. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, batch processing, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Key Violation: The most common cause is that the primary key or unique constraint of the database table is being violated. This means that the system is trying to insert a record that has a key value that already exists in the table.
  Data Upload Issues: If you are uploading data from an external source (like a file or another database), there may be duplicates in the source data.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to insert the same record simultaneously, one of them may fail due to this error.
  Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom ABAP code or a user exit that handles data insertion, it may not be checking for existing records before attempting to insert.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Records: Before inserting a new record, check if a record with the same key already exists in the database table. You can do this by querying the table using the relevant key fields.
  Data Cleansing: If you are uploading data, ensure that the source data is cleansed to remove duplicates before the upload process.
  Modify Custom Code: If the error is occurring due to custom ABAP code, review the logic to ensure it checks for existing records before performing an insert operation.
  Handle Concurrency: If multiple processes are involved, consider implementing locking mechanisms or using transactions to manage concurrent inserts.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data processing logic to gracefully handle situations where a duplicate key violation occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the table and its constraints.
  Database Logs: Check the database logs for more detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or process you are working with to understand how it handles data insertion and any constraints that may apply.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.