How To Fix FSH_MAIN312 - Colliding entry on the DB: ConvType &1, Characteristic &2, Char. Value &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Colliding entry on the DB: ConvType &1, Characteristic &2, Char. Value &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MAIN312 - Colliding entry on the DB: ConvType &1, Characteristic &2, Char. Value &3 ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MAIN312 indicates that there is a conflict or collision in the database regarding a specific characteristic value for a characteristic in the context of a conversion type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Search or when working with characteristics in the SAP Fashion Management (FSH) module.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when there are multiple entries in the database that conflict with each other for the same characteristic value. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple records in the database for the same characteristic and value combination.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect or incomplete entries.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration of characteristics or conversion types may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FSH_MAIN312 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database tables (e.g., AUSP, MARA, etc.) and check for duplicate entries for the specified characteristic and value.
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or merge them to ensure that each characteristic value is unique.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  Review the data entries for the characteristic and ensure that they are correct and consistent.
  Correct any discrepancies or errors in the data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the characteristics and conversion types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings are correctly defined and that there are no conflicting definitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the FSH module for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant information about the context in which the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) can be useful for investigating the database entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FSH_MAIN312 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Data Model: Understanding the data model of the FSH module can help in identifying where the conflict might be occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FSH_MAIN312 error in your SAP system.