HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING004 - Key mapping for company code &1 and remote ID &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING - Message Class for Key Mapping Logic

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Key mapping for company code &1 and remote ID &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING004 - Key mapping for company code &1 and remote ID &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING004 indicates that there is an attempt to create a key mapping for a specific company code and remote ID that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of integrating SAP systems or when setting up data mappings for various applications, such as SuccessFactors or other HR-related modules.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a key mapping for a company code and remote ID that has already been defined in the system.
  Data Migration: During data migration or integration processes, the system may attempt to create mappings that already exist.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the mapping settings or an oversight in the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Mappings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where key mappings are maintained (e.g., transaction code HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING).
  Search for existing mappings using the company code and remote ID mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Mapping:
  
  If you find an existing mapping that is incorrect or no longer needed, you can either modify it or delete it, depending on your requirements.
  Ensure that the mapping you are trying to create is indeed necessary and does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration/Integration Process:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration or integration process, review the data being imported to ensure that it does not contain duplicates.
  Adjust the data or the process to avoid attempting to create duplicate mappings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to key mapping for specific guidance on how to handle mappings in your particular context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is part of a larger integration project.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing key mappings, such as HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING.
  Integration Scenarios: Understand the integration scenarios you are working with, as this can provide context for why the error is occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.