How To Fix ISSR_TP668 - Data record with the same key already exists in table ISSR_RPI_MFT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR_TP - Message Class for Statutory Reporting

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Data record with the same key already exists in table ISSR_RPI_MFT

What causes this issue?

A data record for asset &V1& (area &V2&, company code &V3&, SR variant
&V4&) already exists in table <NP>ISSR_RPI_MFT</>. The data record in
table <NP>ISSR_RPI_MFT</> has the same key as the new data record to be
inserted.

System Response

The new data record is not posted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR_TP668 - Data record with the same key already exists in table ISSR_RPI_MFT ?

  The SAP error message ISSR_TP668 indicates that there is an attempt to insert a data record into the table ISSR_RPI_MFT that already contains a record with the same key. This typically occurs in scenarios where data is being processed or imported into the system, and the system is enforcing uniqueness constraints on the key fields of the table.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data Entry: The most common cause is that the data being processed contains duplicate entries for the key fields defined in the ISSR_RPI_MFT table.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing a bulk upload, there may be duplicates in the source data.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to insert records simultaneously, it may lead to conflicts if they attempt to insert the same key.
  Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom code or a program that handles data insertion, it may not be correctly checking for existing records before attempting to insert.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the data being processed to identify any duplicate records. You can do this by querying the source data or the ISSR_RPI_MFT table to see which keys are already present.
  Data Cleansing: Remove or consolidate duplicate records in the source data before attempting to insert them into the SAP table.
  Modify Insertion Logic: If you are using custom code, ensure that it checks for existing records before attempting to insert new ones. You can use a SELECT statement to check for the existence of a record with the same key.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data processing logic to gracefully handle situations where a duplicate key is encountered.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the ISSR_RPI_MFT table to understand the key fields and constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table Structure: Understanding the structure of the ISSR_RPI_MFT table, including its key fields, can help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling duplicates in the context of your specific SAP version.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to data import/export and table management, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) and SE16 (Data Browser).
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs or traces to gather more context about when and why the error is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.