How To Fix FARR_INB_MIGR002 - Item &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_INB_MIGR -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Item &1 already exists

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Revenue Accounting Item already exists.

How to fix this error?

Run the Productive Cleanup Report (FARR_PROD_CLEANUP) and restart
migration.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_INB_MIGR002 - Item &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message FARR_INB_MIGR002 indicates that there is an attempt to create or migrate an item that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs during the migration of data into the SAP system, particularly in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or related modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The item you are trying to create or migrate already exists in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Previous migration attempts that were not fully cleaned up.
  Data being imported from an external source that contains duplicates.
  Manual entries that conflict with the migration data.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of the data being migrated may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts with existing records.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the integrity of the data being migrated, such as missing or incorrect keys that lead to the creation of duplicates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Before migrating, check the database for existing records that match the item you are trying to create. You can use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) to verify if the item already exists.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, you may need to clean up the existing data. This could involve:
  
  Deleting or archiving old records that are no longer needed.
  Correcting any erroneous entries that may have been created.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration Data: Ensure that the data you are trying to migrate does not contain duplicates. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the source data to remove duplicates.
  Ensuring that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers: When migrating data, ensure that each item has a unique identifier that does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the migration process for any specific guidelines or best practices that may help avoid this error.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the migration process. This can provide insights into what went wrong and how to fix it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing asset records.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Migration Tools: If you are using specific migration tools (like LSMW or SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), ensure that you are following the recommended procedures for data migration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FARR_INB_MIGR002 error and successfully complete your data migration.