How To Fix GU177 - Entries in the assignment table EDIMAP have been updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Entries in the assignment table EDIMAP have been updated

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the information from the field assignment table EDIMAP
is distributed to all local systems.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU177 - Entries in the assignment table EDIMAP have been updated ?

  The SAP error message GU177 indicates that there are entries in the assignment table EDIMAP that have been updated. This typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or when dealing with IDoc processing in SAP. The EDIMAP table is used to map EDI messages to the corresponding IDoc types and structures.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, leading to conflicts with the existing mappings in the EDIMAP table.
  Concurrent Updates: If multiple processes are trying to update the EDIMAP table simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts and this error message.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of EDI settings or mappings can also lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If there have been recent transports that included changes to the EDIMAP table, it may cause conflicts with existing entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GU177 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that it is consistent and valid according to the mappings defined in the EDIMAP table.
  
  
  
  Review EDIMAP Entries:
  
  Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to view the entries in the EDIMAP table. Check for any duplicate or conflicting entries that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Locking Issues:
  
  If the error is due to concurrent updates, ensure that no other processes are trying to update the EDIMAP table at the same time. You may need to coordinate with other users or processes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Verify the EDI configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition) to ensure that they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the EDIMAP table. You may need to revert or adjust the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process that is triggering the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE16 (Data Browser)
  WE20 (Partner Profiles)
  WE21 (Port Definition)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  EDIMAP: Assignment table for EDI mappings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error.
  
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or EDI team for further assistance.