How To Fix GU172 - There are already entries in EDIMAP for table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 172

• Message text: There are already entries in EDIMAP for table &

What causes this issue?

You want to update the entries for table &v1& in the assignment table
EDIMAP.
However, there are already entries for table &v1& in EDIMAP.

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?

The central system normally maintains the table EDIMAP using the
'Update assignment table' function in configuration. This information
is then distributed to all local systems.
Make sure that you actually want to update the assignment table EDIMAP.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU172 - There are already entries in EDIMAP for table & ?

  The SAP error message GU172 indicates that there are already entries in the EDIMAP table for the specified table name. This typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or when working with IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create a new mapping entry in the EDIMAP table for a table that already has existing entries. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to set up a new mapping for an EDI process that already has a mapping defined.
  There is a duplicate entry attempt for the same table in the EDIMAP configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the contents of the EDIMAP table.
  Look for existing entries related to the table you are trying to map. 
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entries:
  
  If you find existing entries that are no longer needed or are incorrect, you can modify or delete them as appropriate.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the EDIMAP table.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicates:
  
  When creating new mappings, ensure that you are not duplicating existing entries. Check the mapping requirements and confirm that the new entry is necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EDI and IDoc processing to ensure you are following the correct procedures for mapping.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EDIMAP Table: This table is used to store mapping information for EDI processes. It defines how data from IDocs is mapped to the corresponding database tables.
  IDoc Processing: Understanding how IDocs work in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to EDI mappings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definition), and WE30 (IDoc Types) for managing EDI configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the GU172 error and ensure that your EDI mappings are correctly configured.