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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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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.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Upload File:
  
  Open the upload file in a spreadsheet application (like Excel).
  Inspect the header row for duplicate column names.
  Rename any duplicate columns to ensure that each column has a unique name.
  
  
  
  Adjust Mapping Configuration:
  
  If you are using a tool like LSMW, check the mapping configuration to ensure that each field is correctly mapped to a unique column in the upload file.
  Make sure that the field names in the mapping correspond to the unique column names in the upload file.
  
  
  
  Re-upload the File:
  
  After making the necessary changes to the upload file and/or mapping configuration, save the file and attempt the upload again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Upload Tools: Familiarize yourself with the specific data upload tool you are using (e.g., LSMW, BAPIs, BDCs) as they may have specific requirements for file formats and mappings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for guidelines on data uploads and the specific requirements for the fields being populated.
  Testing: Before performing a large data upload, consider testing with a smaller subset of data to ensure that the upload process works correctly without errors.
  
  By addressing the duplicate column names and ensuring proper mapping, you should be able to resolve the G00744 error and successfully complete your data upload.