How To Fix HRPAY99RU_RMS_DB072 - Figure &1, &2 in record &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99RU_RMS_DB - RMS DB: Messages for RMS persistence layer

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Figure &1, &2 in record &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99RU_RMS_DB072 - Figure &1, &2 in record &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99RU_RMS_DB072 typically indicates a data integrity issue within the payroll or HR module, specifically related to duplicate records in the database. The message suggests that there is an attempt to insert or update a record that already exists in the database, which violates the uniqueness constraint for that particular record.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the system is trying to create a new record that already exists in the database. This could happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  A process that is attempting to create records without checking for existing ones.
  Data migration or import processes that do not handle duplicates properly.
  
  
  
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to create or update the same record simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or HR module that are causing the system to misinterpret the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Records: Before attempting to create a new record, check the database to see if a record with the same key already exists. You can do this by querying the relevant database table.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, you may need to clean up the data. This could involve:
  
  Deleting or archiving duplicate records.
  Correcting any erroneous entries.
  
  
  
  Review Processes: If the error occurs during a specific process (e.g., payroll run, data import), review the logic of that process to ensure it properly checks for existing records before attempting to create new ones.
  
  
  Locking Mechanisms: Implement locking mechanisms to prevent concurrent processes from trying to create or update the same record at the same time.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have specific insights or solutions based on the version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the relevant tables or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the data in those tables.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRPAY99RU_RMS_DB072 for any known issues or fixes.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.