How To Fix FSH_MM_COMMON049 - Entries exist with the same key

FSH_MM_COMMON049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MM_COMMON -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Entries exist with the same key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MM_COMMON049 - Entries exist with the same key ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MM_COMMON049 indicates that there are duplicate entries in the system that share the same key. This typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when dealing with materials, vendors, or other entities that require unique identifiers.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Master Data Entries: There are multiple entries in the database that have the same key fields (e.g., material number, vendor number).
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or upload processes, duplicate records may have been introduced.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be incorrectly configured to allow duplicate entries in a context where they should be unique.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FSH_MM_COMMON049 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database tables (e.g., MARA for material master) and search for entries with the same key.
  You can also use reports or queries to