How To Fix MQ038 - Table &: Data record & in conflict with data record &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Table &: Data record & in conflict with data record &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when updating your data records. A data record with
this primary key already exists. Your data may be inconsistent.

System Response

The data record could not be updated.

How to fix this error?

Maintain your data manually if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ038 - Table &: Data record & in conflict with data record & ?

  The SAP error message MQ038, which states "Table &: Data record & in conflict with data record &," typically occurs in the context of data consistency issues within the SAP system. This error is often related to the use of the SAP Message Queue (MQ) or when dealing with data records that are expected to be unique or consistent across different transactions or processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Conflicts: The error indicates that there are conflicting data records in the specified table. This can happen if two processes are trying to update the same record simultaneously, leading to inconsistencies.
  Duplicate Entries: The system may be trying to insert or update a record that already exists, violating unique constraints or business rules.
  Transaction Issues: If a transaction is not properly committed or rolled back, it can leave the database in an inconsistent state.
  Data Locking: If one transaction has locked a record and another transaction tries to access