How To Fix /INCMD/MSG370 - Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 370

• Message text: Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG370 - Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG370 Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface typically indicates that there are duplicate entries in the data being processed by the GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when importing data, processing batch jobs, or during data migration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the data being sent to the GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface contains duplicate records. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data preparation or extraction processes.
  Data being pulled from multiple sources without proper deduplication.
  Manual data entry errors.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the interface or the underlying data model may not be set up to handle duplicates properly.
  
  
  Data Integrity Violations: The system may have constraints that prevent duplicate entries, and the incoming data violates these constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
  Review the data being sent to the GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface. You can use tools like Excel or SQL queries to identify duplicate records based on key fields.
  Check the logs or error messages for more details on which records are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: 
  
  Once identified, remove or consolidate duplicate entries from the dataset before processing it through the interface.
  Ensure that the data preparation process includes steps to check for and eliminate duplicates.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  Implement data validation checks in your data preparation process to catch duplicates before they reach the interface.
  Consider using unique constraints in your database to prevent duplicates from being created in the first place.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration of the GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface to ensure it is set up correctly to handle the expected data structure.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if there are any configuration settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, test the data import or processing again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the GROUP_ITEM_DATA interface.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific interface to understand its requirements and constraints better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and information about the data being processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.