How To Fix K6339 - Data element &1 already exists with original system &2

K6339 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 339

• Message text: Data element &1 already exists with original system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6339 - Data element &1 already exists with original system &2 ?

  The SAP error message K6339, which states "Data element &1 already exists with original system &2," typically occurs in the context of data transfer or data migration processes, particularly when dealing with the transfer of data from one SAP system to another (e.g., during a system copy, upgrade, or data migration).
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that there is a conflict with a data element that is being imported or created in the target system. Specifically, it means that the data element identified by &1 already exists in the target system and is associated with the original system &2. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Data Elements: The data element you are trying to create or import already exists in the target system.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, if the same data element is being transferred from multiple sources or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects