How To Fix HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING007 - Key mapping for cost cent. &1 (co. area &2) and rem. ID &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Key mapping for cost cent. &1 (co. area &2) and rem. ID &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING007 - Key mapping for cost cent. &1 (co. area &2) and rem. ID &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING007 indicates that there is a duplicate key mapping for a cost center in a specific company area and remuneration ID. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or payroll processing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or update a key mapping for a cost center that already exists in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  An attempt to create a new mapping for a cost center that has already been mapped to the same remuneration ID and company area.
  Data inconsistencies or duplicate entries in the mapping tables.
  Incorrect data entry or configuration in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Mappings:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database tables (e.g., T001 for company codes, TKA01 for cost centers) and check if the mapping already exists for the specified cost center, company area, and remuneration ID.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find that the mapping already exists and is correct, you may not need to create a new one.
  If the existing mapping is incorrect or needs to be updated, you can modify or delete the duplicate entry as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your configuration settings for cost centers and remuneration IDs are correct and do not lead to conflicts.
  Check if there are any custom developments or enhancements that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to key mapping for cost centers to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE16: Data Browser
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SM37: Job Monitoring (to check for background jobs that may have failed)
  
  
  
  Tables: Understand the relevant tables that may be involved in key mapping, such as:
  
  TKA01: Cost Center Master Data
  T001: Company Codes
  HRP1001: Infotype for Organizational Assignment
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING007 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.