How To Fix /PM0/ABQ_MIG_MSG018 - Master policy &1 was transferred more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABQ_MIG_MSG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Master policy &1 was transferred more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABQ_MIG_MSG018 - Master policy &1 was transferred more than once ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABQ_MIG_MSG018 indicates that a master policy has been transferred more than once during a migration or data transfer process. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Policy Management module, particularly when dealing with master data related to insurance policies or similar entities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Transfers: The most common cause of this error is that the same master policy has been attempted to be transferred multiple times. This can happen due to:
  
  A retry mechanism that does not properly check for existing records.
  Manual errors where the same data is submitted multiple times.
  Issues in the data migration process where the logic does not prevent duplicates.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be underlying data integrity issues in the source system that lead to the same policy being flagged for transfer multiple times.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Before attempting to transfer master policies, ensure that the policies have not already been transferred. You can do this by querying the target system to see if the policy already exists.
  
  
  Review Migration Logic: If you are using a migration tool or custom logic, review the code to ensure that it includes checks for existing records before attempting to transfer a policy.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If there are duplicates in the source data, clean up the data to remove or consolidate duplicate entries before the transfer.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement better error handling in your migration process to catch and log instances of duplicate transfers, allowing for easier troubleshooting.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using, as there may be specific guidelines or patches available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage master policies, such as IP01 (Create Policy) or IP02 (Change Policy).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and context around the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.