How To Fix FM_FCTR_DRF053 - Inbound Error - Duplicate global ID detected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_FCTR_DRF - Message class for Funds 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 FM_FCTR_DRF053 - Inbound Error - Duplicate global ID detected ?

  The SAP error message FM_FCTR_DRF053 indicates that there is a duplicate global ID detected during an inbound process, typically related to the Data Replication Framework (DRF) in SAP. This error usually occurs when the system tries to replicate data that has already been replicated, leading to conflicts due to the presence of duplicate identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Global ID: The most common cause of this error is that the system is attempting to process an object (like a material, business partner, etc.) that has already been replicated with the same global ID.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being sent to the system, such as multiple records with the same identifier.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the DRF settings or in the source system can lead to the same data being sent multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the source system or the data being sent to identify if there are indeed duplicate records with the same global ID.
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, clean up the data in the source system to ensure that each global ID is unique before attempting to replicate again.
  Check DRF Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Data Replication Framework to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no issues causing the same data to be sent multiple times.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling mechanisms to manage duplicates more effectively, such as logging and alerting when duplicates are detected.
  Reprocess Data: After resolving the duplicates, you may need to reprocess the data to ensure that the replication can complete successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check logs for more details on the error.
  DRF Monitoring: Use transaction DRFMON to monitor the replication process and identify any issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling duplicates in the DRF.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on the Data Replication Framework for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FM_FCTR_DRF053 error and ensure smooth data replication in your SAP system.