How To Fix FDM_MIRROR001 - FI transaction data already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_MIRROR - Mirror System Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: FI transaction data already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_MIRROR001 - FI transaction data already exists ?

  The SAP error message FDM_MIRROR001 indicates that there is an attempt to create or update financial transaction data in the system, but the data already exists. This error typically occurs in the context of the Financial Data Management (FDM) module, which is used for managing financial data across various systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the transaction data you are trying to enter already exists in the system. This could be due to a previous upload, manual entry, or integration from another system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules, it may lead to attempts to re-enter data that has already been processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned, leading to the system not recognizing existing records properly.
  Timing Issues: If multiple processes are trying to create or update the same data simultaneously, it