How To Fix /INCMD/MSG371 - Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X interface

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X interface

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG371 - Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X interface ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG371 Duplicate data maintained in GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X interface typically indicates that there is duplicate data being processed in the interface related to the GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X structure. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, interface processing, or when integrating with other systems.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the same entry is being sent multiple times in the data being processed. This could be due to a programming error, incorrect data preparation, or issues in the source system.
  Data Mapping Issues: If the data is being mapped from one structure to another, there may be a misconfiguration that leads to duplicates.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to insert or update the same data simultaneously, it can lead to duplicates.
  Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom code involved in processing the data, it may not be handling duplicates correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Review the data being sent to the GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X interface. Check for any duplicate entries in the source data.
  Data Cleansing: Remove or consolidate duplicate entries in the source data before sending it to the interface.
  Modify Data Processing Logic: If applicable, adjust the logic in any custom code to handle duplicates appropriately. This may involve adding checks to prevent duplicates from being processed.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the interface to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no mapping issues leading to duplicates.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the interface to catch and log duplicate entries, allowing for easier troubleshooting in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of GROUP_ITEM_DATA_X and see how it is defined.
  Debugging: Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to debug the function modules or programs that are processing this data to identify where duplicates are being introduced.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review any documentation related to the interface or data processing to ensure compliance with expected data formats and structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the duplicate data issue and implement a solution to resolve the error.