How To Fix NHCF_MAPPING005 - External ID &1 references more than one patient

NHCF_MAPPING005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NHCF_MAPPING - Messages for service enablement layer in HCF

• Message number: 005

• Message text: External ID &1 references more than one patient

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NHCF_MAPPING005 - External ID &1 references more than one patient ?

  The SAP error message NHCF_MAPPING005, which states "External ID &1 references more than one patient," typically occurs in the context of healthcare data management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with patient records and external identifiers.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when an external identifier (such as a patient ID or a unique reference number) is linked to multiple patient records in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Duplication: There may be duplicate entries in the database where the same external ID has been assigned to more than one patient.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual errors during data entry can lead to the same external ID being assigned to different patients.
  Integration Issues: If data is being imported from external systems, inconsistencies or errors in the data mapping can lead to multiple patients being associated with the same external ID.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: Use database queries or reports