How To Fix G00744 - Multiple columns in the upload file have the same field name


G00744 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

  • Message number: 744

  • Message text: Multiple columns in the upload file have the same field name

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  • What causes this issue?

    In the upload file, in the control row for the definition of the column
    structure, you have specified the same name multiple times. This means
    that the column structure of the file is <ZH>not</> unique.

    System Response

    The system prevents the flexible upload by issuing an error message.

    How to fix this error?

    Specify each name that you want to use in the control row for the
    definition of the column structure of the upload file for <ZH>one</>
    column only.

    Procedure for System Administrators

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00744 - Multiple columns in the upload file have the same field name ?
    The SAP error message G00744, which states "Multiple columns in the upload file have the same field name," typically occurs during data uploads or data migrations when using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or other data upload methods. This error indicates that the file you are trying to upload contains multiple columns with identical headers, which confuses the system as it cannot determine which column to map to the corresponding fields in the SAP database.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Column Names: The most common cause is that the upload file (e.g., a CSV or Excel file) has two or more columns with the same name. This can happen if the data was exported from another system or if it was manually created without proper checks. Incorrect Mapping: If the mapping configuration in the upload tool is not set up correctly, it may lead to confusion regarding which column to use for which field.
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