How To Fix EDEREG_TOOLS071 - Entry in DFKKTHI exists for origin &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_TOOLS - Deregulation Check Framework

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Entry in DFKKTHI exists for origin &1

What causes this issue?

Documents with origin &V1& are not (or only indirectly) communicated and
therefore cannot be written to table DFKKTHI.

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?

Find out how the document could have been written to table DFKKTHI.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS071 - Entry in DFKKTHI exists for origin &1 ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS071 with the description "Entry in DFKKTHI exists for origin &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA). This error indicates that there is an existing entry in the table DFKKTHI (which is used for storing transaction history) for the specified origin, which is preventing the system from processing a new entry or transaction.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be an attempt to create a new entry that conflicts with an existing one in the DFKKTHI table.
  Data Integrity Issues: There might be issues with data integrity or consistency in the system, leading to unexpected entries in the DFKKTHI table.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings related to the processing of transactions may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Use transaction SE16 or SE11 to view the contents of the DFKKTHI table. Look for entries that match the origin specified in the error message.
  Identify if there are duplicate or conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If you find duplicate entries that are not needed, you may need to delete or archive them, depending on your organization's data retention policies.
  Ensure that any necessary backups are taken before making changes to the database.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the transaction processing in the relevant modules (FI-CA, Convergent Charging).
  Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to prevent conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Notes and documentation related to this error message. There may be specific notes that provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DFKKTHI Table: This table is part of the FI-CA module and is used to store transaction history. Understanding its structure and purpose can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that may help in analyzing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error EDEREG_TOOLS071 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.