How To Fix /PICM/UI102 - Duplicate entry for &1; data cannot be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Duplicate entry for &1; data cannot be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI102 - Duplicate entry for &1; data cannot be saved ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI102 Duplicate entry for &1; data cannot be saved typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Information Management (PIM) module, particularly when trying to save data that has a duplicate entry in a field that requires unique values. This error indicates that the system has detected a duplicate entry for a specific field (represented by &1), which violates the uniqueness constraint.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Data Entry: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to save already exists in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Manual entry of the same data.
  Data import processes that include duplicates.
  System-generated entries that conflict with existing records.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the data model may enforce uniqueness on certain fields, leading to this error when duplicates are detected.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may contain duplicates that were not cleaned up prior to migration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Duplicate: 
  
  Check the specific field indicated by &1 in the error message to identify what data is causing the conflict.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant database table and find existing entries.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates are found, you can either delete the existing duplicate entry or modify the new entry to ensure it is unique.
  If the duplicate is a result of a data import, consider cleaning the data before importing it again.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry Process:
  
  Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent duplicates from being entered in the first place.
  If applicable, adjust the configuration to allow for certain duplicates if business rules permit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific guidelines related to the data model and uniqueness constraints.
  
  
  Error Handling: If this error occurs frequently, consider implementing error handling mechanisms in your data entry or import processes to catch duplicates before they cause issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that can help you analyze the data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the data in question.
  Data Model Understanding: Understanding the data model and relationships in SAP PIM can help in identifying where duplicates might arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.