How To Fix FI_CO_DRF_COSTCENTER053 - Inbound Error - Duplicate global ID detected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_CO_DRF_COSTCENTER - Message Class for Cost Center Replication

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Inbound Error - Duplicate global ID detected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_CO_DRF_COSTCENTER053 - Inbound Error - Duplicate global ID detected ?

  The SAP error message FI_CO_DRF_COSTCENTER053 indicates that there is a duplicate global ID detected during the inbound processing of cost center data in the Data Replication Framework (DRF). This typically occurs when the system attempts to replicate cost center data, and it finds that the global ID being used for a cost center already exists in the target system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Global ID: The most common cause is that the same global ID is being used for multiple cost centers. This can happen if there are inconsistencies in the data being replicated from the source system to the target system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were manual entries that did not adhere to the unique constraints of global IDs, duplicates can occur.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the DRF settings or in the master data setup can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the target system for existing cost centers that may have the same global ID. You can do this by querying the relevant tables (e.g., CSKS for cost centers) to find any duplicates.
  Correct Data: If duplicates are found, you will need to either:
  
  Change the global ID of the incoming cost center to a unique value.
  Delete or modify the existing cost center that is causing the conflict, if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  Review Data Replication Settings: Ensure that the DRF settings are correctly configured to prevent duplicates. This includes checking the mapping of global IDs and ensuring that the source system is not sending duplicate records.
  Data Cleansing: If the issue is widespread, consider performing a data cleansing exercise to ensure that all cost centers have unique global IDs before attempting replication again.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the replication process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 to view table structures, SE16 to view table contents, and SLG1 to check application logs for more details on the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the DRF and cost center replication.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on the Data Replication Framework for best practices and guidelines on managing master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI_CO_DRF_COSTCENTER053 error and ensure successful data replication for cost centers.