How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP016 - &1 &2 already exists. Correct entry.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1 &2 already exists. Correct entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP016 - &1 &2 already exists. Correct entry. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP016 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create or update a material master record in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) where a record with the same key already exists. This error is common when there are duplicate entries being processed, which can happen due to various reasons such as data import issues, incorrect data entry, or system configuration problems.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Key: The most common cause is that the material number or key you are trying to create or update already exists in the system.
  Data Import Issues: If you are importing data from an external source, there may be duplicates in the source data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master data model or the validation rules that allow duplicates.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users are trying to create or update the same material simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Records: Before creating or updating a material, check if the material number already exists in the system. You can do this by searching in the material master data.
  Correct the Data: If you find that the material already exists, you may need to correct your entry or update the existing record instead of creating a new one.
  Data Cleansing: If you are importing data, ensure that the source data is cleansed to remove duplicates before importing it into SAP.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in MDG to ensure that the validation rules are set correctly to prevent duplicates.
  Locking Mechanism: If concurrency is an issue, consider implementing a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from creating or updating the same material simultaneously.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM01 (Create Material) to manage material master data.
  MDG Configuration: Review the MDG configuration settings related to material data governance to ensure that the rules for uniqueness are properly defined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling duplicates in MDG.
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider checking the application logs or traces for more detailed error messages that can provide further insights into the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.