How To Fix GG718 - Index & of table & is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Index & of table & is not unique

What causes this issue?

The index &V1& of table &V2& is not unique. You should make
sure that the definition of the index is unique (UNIQUE index).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define the index &V1& of table &V2& so that it is unique.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG718 - Index & of table & is not unique ?

  The SAP error message GG718 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of an index in a database table. Specifically, it means that the index defined for the specified table is not unique, which can lead to issues when trying to enforce data integrity or when performing certain operations that require unique values.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries in the table for the fields that are supposed to be unique according to the index definition.
  Incorrect Index Definition: The index may have been defined incorrectly, or the fields included in the index do not uniquely identify records in the table.
  Data Corruption: In some cases, data corruption or inconsistencies in the database can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Use SQL queries to identify duplicate entries in the table. For example:
  SELECT field1, field2, COUNT(*)
  FROM your_table
  GROUP BY field1, field2
  HAVING COUNT(*) > 1;
  
  Replace field1 and field2 with the actual fields that are part of the index.
  
  
  
  Remove or Update Duplicates:
  
  Once duplicates are identified, you can either delete or update the duplicate records to ensure that the index can be unique.
  Be cautious when deleting records; ensure that you are not removing necessary data.
  
  
  
  Check Index Definition:
  
  Review the index definition in the database to ensure it is set up correctly. You can do this through the SAP Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  If the index is incorrectly defined, you may need to drop and recreate it with the correct fields.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  After resolving duplicates, you may need to rebuild the index to ensure it is functioning correctly. This can often be done through database administration tools or SQL commands.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks:
  
  Run consistency checks on the database to ensure there are no other underlying issues that could lead to similar errors in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to manage and check database objects.
  Database Logs: Check database logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG718 error and ensure that the index on the specified table is unique.