How To Fix EM424 - Delete the duplicate entries

EM424 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Delete the duplicate entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM424 - Delete the duplicate entries ?

  The SAP error message EM424, which states "Delete the duplicate entries," typically occurs when there are duplicate records in a table or dataset that the system is trying to process. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, data import, or when executing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter the same data multiple times.
  Data Import Issues: When importing data from external sources, duplicates may arise if the source data contains repeated entries.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in custom programs or configurations can lead to the creation of duplicate entries.
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple users or processes may be trying to create the same record simultaneously.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database table and identify duplicate entries. You can run SQL queries to find duplicates based on key fields.
  Example SQL query:
  SELECT field1, field2, COUNT(*)
  FROM your_table
  GROUP BY field1, field2
  HAVING COUNT(*) > 1;
  
  
  Delete Duplicates: